Pickling cucumbers are often smaller than the traditional slicing cucumbers and have slightly thinner skins. It is important to always cut off the blossom end of the cucumber, which contains enzymes that hasten softening. The blossom end is the opposite end of the pickle side that was attached to the plant. And, if you don't know which end is the blossom end, then cut off both ends! For crisp pickles, try to start the pickling process shortly after harvest and if you do need to wait a day or so, make sure to store the cucumbers in the refrigerator until you start to brine and pickle. And, if you are lucky enough to harvest them yourself or buy them at a farm stand, kitchen wisdom says to soak them in ice water to chill them before brining.
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Virginia Willis | 2021-06-03
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