Source: 13smile, AdobeStockMost often, berries and fruits are used to make jams or compotes, but today we'll focus on a spicy winter appetizer. Pickled grapes can be added to salads or simply served on their own. We're sharing 10 excellent recipes!
1. Pickled Grapes Like Olives for Winter
Source: mirtesen.ruLight grape varieties are best suited for this recipe.
You will need: 500 g grapes, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 bay leaf, 300 ml water, 0.5 tbsp salt, 2 clove buds, 5 black peppercorns, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Rinse the grapes and remove them from the stems. Place the grapes and all spices into a sterilized jar, and pour boiling water over them for 10-15 minutes. Then drain this water, add sugar and salt to it, and bring it to a boil again. Add vinegar, simmer the marinade for 1-2 minutes, pour it over the grapes, and seal for winter.
2. Pickled Grapes Without Sterilization
Source: povar.ruThis recipe takes literally 10 minutes to prepare and will surely surprise you with its taste.
You will need: 1 kg grapes, 1 liter water, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp sugar, 70 ml vinegar, 3 bay leaves, 1.5 tsp cinnamon, 10 black peppercorns, 6 clove buds.
Preparation: Remove the grapes from the stems and pour hot water over them for 2 minutes. Divide the grapes and all spices into 3 clean jars. Boil 1 liter of water with salt and sugar, add vinegar, pour this marinade over the grapes, and seal.
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3. Pickled Grapes with Cinnamon for Winter
Source: v-ladu.ruThese ingredients are enough for 4 medium-sized jars.
You will need: 1.5 kg grapes, 8 allspice peppercorns, 4 cinnamon sticks, 8 clove buds, 2 tsp pink peppercorns, 150 g sugar, 0.5 tsp salt, 70 ml apple cider vinegar, 1 liter water.
Preparation: Arrange the grape berries and all spices in clean jars. Boil water with sugar and salt, and pour this syrup over the grapes for 20 minutes. Then drain the syrup, bring it to a boil again, add apple cider vinegar, and pour it over the grapes once more. Seal the preparation for winter.
4. Pickled Grapes with Hot Pepper
Source: dhoz.ruA simple way to make an extraordinary preparation even more piquant.
You will need: 600 g grapes, 1 clove garlic, 1 chili pepper, 5 g dill, 2 clove buds, 1 pinch cinnamon, 0.5 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp sugar, 3 allspice peppercorns, 25 ml vinegar.
Preparation: Wash the grapes and remove them from the stems. Place them in a sterilized jar with all additives and spices, and pour boiling water over them for 20 minutes. Then drain this water and bring it to a boil again with salt, sugar, and vinegar. Pour it over the grapes again and seal for winter.
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5. The Simplest Pickled Grapes
Source: vk.comA quick recipe with minimal ingredients. Saves effort and time!
You will need: 1 kg grapes, 1 tsp mixed peppercorns, 2 tbsp vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp salt, 500 ml water.
Preparation: Remove the grapes from the stems, rinse them, and place them in a sterilized jar. Pour boiling water over them for 20 minutes, then drain this water, add salt, sugar, peppercorns, and vinegar to it, and bring it to a boil again. Pour the resulting marinade over the grapes and seal for winter.
6. Pickled Grapes with Mustard for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruAnother original way to add new flavor notes to your preparation.
You will need: 500 g grapes, 1.5 tsp mustard seeds, 0.5 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 0.5 tsp cinnamon, 4 clove buds, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 cup water.
Preparation: Sort the grapes, remove them from the stems, rinse them, and place them in clean jars. Pour boiling water over them and leave them covered for 20 minutes. Drain this water, add salt, sugar, and all spices to it, bring to a boil, and simmer for 2 minutes. Add vinegar, pour the marinade over the grapes, and seal for winter.
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7. Pickled Grapes with Garlic
Source: pinterest.comIt's best to use small, seedless grape varieties, such as Kishmish.
You will need: 400 g grapes, 200 g garlic, 60 g salt, 40 g sugar, 100 ml vinegar, 4 cups water.
Preparation: Remove the outer skin from the garlic heads, but do not peel or separate them further. Rinse the grapes and remove them from the stems. Layer the garlic and grapes in jars, pour boiling water over them, and leave for 20 minutes. Drain this water, add salt, sugar, and vinegar to it, bring to a boil again, and simmer briefly. Pour the marinade over the preparations and seal for winter.
8. Pickled Tomatoes with Grapes for Winter
Source: dzen.ruFor this recipe, you'll need small plum or cherry tomatoes.
You will need: 1 kg tomatoes, 700 g grapes, 1 horseradish leaf, 1 dill umbrella, 2 sprigs parsley, 2 currant leaves, 4 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp salt, 2 tbsp vinegar.
Preparation: Sort and rinse the tomatoes and grape berries. Layer them in a prepared jar with all additives and pour boiling water over them for 20 minutes. Then drain this water and bring it to a boil again with salt, sugar, and vinegar. Pour it over the preparation again and seal for winter.
9. Pickled Grapes with Honey
Source: foodieinfo.ruAn interesting recipe for a preparation in the style of Armenian cuisine – bright, tasty, and piquant.
You will need: 1 kg grapes, 200 ml vinegar, 50 g honey, 100 ml water, 5 cardamom pods, 5 clove buds, 50 g sugar, 20 g salt.
Preparation: Remove the grapes from the stems, rinse them, and place them in a sterilized jar. Boil all other ingredients, simmer the marinade briefly, and pour it over the berries. Close the jar with a plastic lid and store in a cool place.
10. Pickled Grapes with Vegetable Oil for Winter
Source: mirtesen.ruIf desired, additionally add hot pepper, herbs, and any pickling spices.
You will need: 500 g grapes, 2 tbsp wine vinegar, 500 ml water, 2 bay leaves, 2 tsp salt, 1.5 tbsp sugar, 3 allspice peppercorns, 1 cinnamon stick, 100 ml vegetable oil, 3 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Sort and arrange the grapes with spices in sterilized jars. Boil water with bay leaf, salt, sugar, and wine vinegar. Pour this marinade over the grapes and then pour hot oil on top. Seal and store the preparations in a cool place.