Cucamelon Pickles

Cucamelon pickles are made with these tiny, mouse-like melons that taste like cucumbers and make very delicious pickles, especially after seven days.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 24 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon dill seed
• 1 tablespoon coarse salt
• 2 sprigs fresh dill
• 2 green chile peppers, halved and seeded
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
• 2 teaspoons crushed black peppercorns
• 0.75 cup water
• 2.5 cups cucamelons
• 0.75 cup apple cider vinegar, or more as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Inspect 1 large jar for cracks. Immerse in simmering water until cucamelons are ready. Wash a new, unused lid and ring in warm, soapy water.

Step 2

Place cucamelons, chile peppers, dill, yellow mustard seeds, dill seed, and peppercorns in the sterilized jar.

Step 3

Combine water, vinegar, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until salt has dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 4

Pour vinegar mixture over cucamelons so they are completely covered. If you don't have enough liquid, mix equal parts water and vinegar and add to the jar. Close jar with the lid and let stand at least 3 to 4 days.