Zucchini Squash Pickles With Ginger And Lemongrass Recipes

ZUCCHINI PICKLES

Steps:

• Place zucchini and onions into a large bowl, cover with water, and stir in salt until dissolved. Let the vegetables soak in the salted water for at least 2 hours; drain and transfer to a large heatproof bowl.
• Bring sugar, vinegar, celery seed, turmeric, mustard, and mustard seeds to a boil in a saucepan; pour the mixture over the zucchini and onions. Let the mixture stand for at least 2 more hours. Return zucchini, onions, and pickling liquid with spices to a large pot and bring to a boil. Boil for 3 minutes.
• While vegetables are soaking in pickling liquid, sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the zucchini and onion into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top with pickling liquid. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area, and wait at least 24 hours before opening.

PICKLED SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large non-aluminum pot, combine the squash, bell pepper, and onions. Cover with salt, and let stand for 2 hours to release the liquids. Stir occasionally.
• Just before the 2 hours are up, combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, turmeric and celery seed in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Drain the salty liquid from the vegetables. Pour the spice brine over the vegetables, and let stand for 2 more hours.
• Bring to a boil once again, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Ladle into 1 pint sterile jars, filling with the liquid to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe rims with a clean towel, and run a thin spatula around the inside of the jar to remove air bubbles. Seal with lids and rings. Process for 10 minutes in a simmering water bath to seal completely.

ZUCCHINI SQUASH PICKLES

Steps:

• 1. Slice zucchini and onions set aside in the refrigerator.
• 2. Mix the vinegar, water, tumeric, sugar, and salt mix well
• 3. Mix liquid with zucchini and onions and let stand 2 hours.
• 4. In a large stainless pot put pickles and liquid bring to a boil turn down to a simmer and cook 3 to 4 minutes DO NOT OVER COOK.
• 5. Put lids and rings on jars and lower into a boiling water bath to cover. When water returns to a boil begin timing 10 minutes. Let set 24 hours to cool completely.

FERMENTED ZUCCHINI PICKLES

Steps:

• Thinly slice the zucchini into rounds (I use a mandolin to get a nice even slice).
• Add the zucchini rounds to a half gallon jar or split between smaller jars.
• Add the red onion, garlic and ginger.
• Make the salt water brine by mixing ½ cup of warm water with the salt and stir until the salt has dissolved.
• Add the remaining water to the salt water once the salt has dissolved. Add the turmeric and mix well.
• Pour the brine into the jar with the zucchini. There should be enough to submerge the zucchini under the brine. If not, make more brine and add it to the jar.
• Cover the jar loosely with a lid and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight for 3-7 days.
• Once the brine is cloudy, try a zucchini to see if it's ready. It should be sour and smell like pickles.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to a month.

ROASTED ZUCCHINI AND SQUASH

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Farenheit.
• Slice the zucchini and squash into 1/4-inch thick rounds. In a large bowl, mix them with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and kosher salt.
• Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheets. Roast for 8 minutes.
• Remove the baking sheets from the oven and sprinkle evenly with the shredded Parmesan cheese. Return the sheets to the oven (on the opposite oven racks) and bake another 7 minutes until tender and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

SQUASH PICKLES WITH ZUCCHINI OR YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients and canning equipment.
• Place zucchini or summer squash and onions in a large nonreactive pot ; add the pickling salt and enough water to cover. Let stand for 2 hours.
• Pour the mixture into a colander; rinse well with cold water and drain thoroughly.
• Return the rinsed squash to the nonreactive pot.
• Pour the vinegar into a 2-quart saucepan and bring to a boil and stir in 1 cup of the sugar, celery seed, turmeric, and mustard seed.
• Pour the hot vinegar over the squash and onions. Taste and add up to 1 cup additional sugar depending upon your preference. Let stand for 2 hours.
• Meanwhile, prepare the jars and lids . Wash the jars and lids in hot, soapy water. Fill a large canner with water.
• Place a rack in the pan and add the jars. Bring to a simmer. Turn the heat down to low to keep the jars hot.
• Put the lids in a separate saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a bare simmer; do not boil. Keep them hot in the barely simmering water until it's time to seal the jars.
• Bring the squash and vinegar mixture back to a boil, cook for 5 minutes then remove from the heat.
• Pack the boiled squash pickles into the hot sterilized jars leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Wipe the edges of the jar with a clean, damp paper towel and seal with the lid and screw-on bands. Do not overtighten.
• Process pint or quart jars in the boiling water bath for 10 minutes from 1 to 1,000 feet, 15 minutes from 1,001 to 6,000 feet, or 20 minutes above 6,000 feet in altitude. Keep the water at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars, adding extra boiling water to cover, if necessary. Serve and enjoy.

ZUCCHINI PICKLES

Steps:

• In a wide saucepan combine the water, vinegar, salt, mustard seed, and peppercorns.
• Bring to a gentle bubble and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile combine the zucchini, onion, garlic and red bell pepper in a large bowl and toss to combine.
• Pour the hot liquid over the vegetables. Scatter on the dill leaves and stir to mix. Cover the bowl tightly and allow to stand at room temperature for 4 hours.
• Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled and drain off the liquid to serve.

ZUCCHINI SQUASH PICKLES WITH GINGER AND LEMONGRASS

Steps:

• Slice half the white part of the lemon grass leaving the top long.
• Place squash, onions, lemon grass and ginger in a large non-reactive pot; add the salt and enough ice cold water to cover by one inch. I used bottled water.
• Let stand for 2 - 4 hours; drain well into a colander with a large pot under to catch the liquid.
• Add garlic and chili's to squash in the colander.
• In a large saucepan, bring remaining ingredients to a boil; add vegetables. Let stand for 2 hours.
• Sterilize your jars, lids, and screw rings.
• Bring the vegetables to a boil for 5 minutes; remove the long pieces of lemongrass then fill jars with mixture, leaving half-inch head space. Fill jars to half-inch from top with hot pickling solution. Remove air bubbles. Wipe jar rims. Adjust lids. Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.
• Pints or quarts for 10 minutes from 1 to 1,000 feet, 15 minutes from 1,001 to 6,000 feet, or 20 minutes above 6,000 feet in altitude.