Garlic-Dill Pickled Okra (crunchy, not slimy probiotic snack!)
Garlic-Dill Pickled Okra is a crunchy, tangy probiotic snack that will redefine your perception of this unique vegetable. This easy recipe elevates fresh okra into a delightful treat packed with health benefits. With the zesty flavors of garlic and dill, these pickles are perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or serving on charcuterie boards. Not only do they provide a satisfying crunch, but they also support gut health thanks to their probiotic properties. Enjoy them straight from the jar or as a vibrant addition to your meals—this quick and effortless recipe is about to become your favorite way to enjoy okra!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 to 16 fresh okra pods
- 2 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup onion (sliced or in chunks)
- 1 cup pure water
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- Spices: dried dill seed, mustard seed, whole black peppercorns
Instructions
- Rinse the okra pods and trim the tops without severing them.
- Dissolve sea salt in water to create the brine and set aside.
- Layer spices at the bottom of a Mason jar and pack okra vertically.
- Insert sliced garlic and onion among the okra.
- Pour in the brine until it covers all ingredients, leaving space for weights.
- Place fermenting weights on top to keep okra submerged; secure with a fermenting lid.
- Allow fermentation at room temperature for 3 to 10 days, tasting daily until desired tanginess is reached.
- Remove weights, replace with a regular lid, and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 28g
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg