Grandma Oma's Pickled Okra

Pickled okra flavored with dried red chile peppers and dill; great for gift-giving! These pickles make a refreshing change on a relish tray.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 10 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 cup vinegar
• 3 dried red chile peppers
• 1 ½ pounds fresh okra
• 3 teaspoons dried dill

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Divide okra evenly between 3 sterile pint-sized jars; place a dried chile and a teaspoon of dill into each jar.

Step 2

Combine water, vinegar, and salt in a small saucepan; bring to a rolling boil. Pour hot brine over okra and seal the jars.

Step 3

Place a trivet at the bottom of a stockpot and fill the pot halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil, and add the jars. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Store canned pickled okra in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate jars after opening.