{"id":1783538,"date":"2022-06-28T16:07:49","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T16:07:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-pickled-apples\/"},"modified":"2024-02-12T16:04:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T22:04:22","slug":"easy-pickled-apples","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-pickled-apples\/","title":{"rendered":"Pickled Apples"},"content":{"rendered":"
The easiest way to add a huge pop of brightness to your meals is with a few slices of our pickled apples. Briny, tart and a little bit sweet, these fall-spiced apples can add flavor and spark to an otherwise heavy, rich, one-toned dish. They\u2019re so easy to throw together, the hardest part is having the patience to let them soak overnight. Once the eight-hour timer dings, these pickled apples can be used immediately, and they’ll last in the fridge for weeks!<\/p>\n
Our pickled apples are a type of quick pickle<\/a>, which means they are soaked in vinegar and spices for a speedy pickling effect, but they’ll only keep for a few weeks since they’re not fermented like true pickles.<\/p>\n In this recipe, very thinly sliced apples are soaked in a pickling liquid made from vinegar, a sweetener, a tiny bit of salt and a bunch of whole spices. After soaking overnight in the fridge, the apples are ready to be eaten. The vinegar soak leaves them with a new tart, sour, autumn-spiced flavor that beautifully cuts through rich dishes like short ribs, brisket, slow-cooker pot roast<\/a> and beef stew<\/a>.<\/p>\n Using a mandoline or vegetable peeler, cut the apples into very thin slices. Place the apples in a 1-quart jar.<\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> A mandoline can be extremely dangerous if not used with caution. Get to know general mandoline slicer safety<\/a> before using one for this recipe.<\/p>\n In a large saucepan, bring the water, honey, white wine vinegar, anise, cardamom, cinnamon, salt, allspice, bay leaves and peppercorns to a boil.<\/p>\n Carefully ladle the hot liquid over the apples in the jar.<\/p>\n Cover the jar, and refrigerate the apples overnight.<\/p>\n Store these pickled apples in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Good luck not eating them all before then!<\/p>\n You can cut the apples into thin sticks or fairly thin wedges\u2014experimentation is key! Keep in mind that too-large pieces might give you an unusual, crispy bite.<\/p>\n So many ways! Serve your pickled apples with a sheet-pan pork supper<\/a>, pulled pork sandwiches, a grilled cheese, homemade sauerkraut<\/a> and sausage, a fall salad or a fruit-cheese board<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A few slices of pickled apples add much-needed brightness and acidity to any rich, hearty 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare the apples<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Create the brine<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Pour the brine over the apples<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Refrigerate<\/h3>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How long will pickled apples last?<\/h2>\n
Pickled Apples Tips<\/h2>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
How else can you cut the apples?<\/h3>\n
How can you serve pickled apples?<\/h3>\n
How else can you cut the apples? <\/h3>These apples mimic a slaw texture after pickling. Thin sticks or fairly thin wedges could work\u2014experimentation is key! Keep in mind that too-large pieces might give you an unusual crisp bite. \r\n
How can you serve pickled apples? <\/h3>So many ways! Serve your pickled apples with a sheet-pan pork supper<\/a>, as a side with homemade sauerkraut<\/a> and sausage or as an addition to a fruit and cheese board<\/a>.\r\n
How long will pickled apples last?<\/h3>Store these quick pickled apples in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Good luck not eating them all before then!
\u2014Rashanda Cobbins<\/a>, Taste Recipes Food Editor<\/i>"}],"CommentCount":0,"RatingCount":0,"RecipeCommentDetails":[]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44039,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311717,"name":"Condiments","slug":"condiments","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311652,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for recipes for condiments? Find great additions to your meals with condiments like jellies, jams, seasonings, gravies, and more condiments.","parent":310796,"count":1128,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/condiments\/"},{"term_id":311745,"name":"Pickles","slug":"pickles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311680,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Add a little crunch to your dishes with these tasty pickle recipes. We have ideas for dill pickles, fried pickles and more\u2014plus canning tips & tricks.","parent":311717,"count":126,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/condiments\/pickles\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Pickled Apples"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n