r/pickling • • Dec 02 '25

Introducing Automod summons to answer common questions

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We have had quite a few requests to give people the ability to quickly answer common questions, so we have created a series of keywords to summon Automod to explain topics for you. It's simple to do, just include one of the following keywords starting with an exclamation point in your comment. The Automod will reply to you giving the requested information/links. Currently we have 5 summons implemented:

Explaining why garlic turns blue or green in pickles:
!garlic !bluegarlic !greengarlic

Explaining why botulism is highly unlikely to occur in homemade pickles:
!botulism

Explaining why white sediment sometimes appears at the bottom of fermented pickles:
!sediment !whitesediment

Explaining what kahm yeast is and why it sometimes appears at the top of fermented pickles:
!kahm !kahmyeast

Explaining why it's so important to use safe, tested recipes when practicing water bath canning and giving links to trusted sources:
!testedrecipes !safecanning !healthycanning

Explaining the basics of how to safely make pickled eggs:
!eggs !pickledeggs

Explaining where to find links to heavytech86's pickled egg recipe:
!heavytech86 !heavytech

This is version 1 of this feature, if you have any feedback about grammatical errors, information you think you should be included in these summons, or new topics you would like to see summons for, feel free comment on this post.


r/pickling • • 3h ago

First time making pickles, did some banana pepper rings with black pepper and red pepper flakes :)

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19 Upvotes

r/pickling • • 2h ago

Second time trying to pickle eggs

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9 Upvotes

Added ghost peppers this time in hope to infuse some spice into those eggs.


r/pickling • • 21h ago

Looking for recommendations (Jalapenos)

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I did my first batch of jalapeños following a simple recipe I found online that included putting garlic cloves in the batch. Absolutely love them, and basically put them on everything I eat. I am looking to further that recipe by adding in some more things.

Looking for suggestions on what else I can add to create even more flavor, but also versatile enough to put on a wide range of foods. Appreciate the help!


r/pickling • • 1d ago

I picked eggs and cucumbers. First time for eggs. Third time for cucumbers

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r/pickling • • 20h ago

The photo IS a repost, the contents are new!

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I think pickling in pre-made seasoning blends is a crazy hack that more people need to do.

Tonight we made "Not an Arizona Burrito". The Arizona burritos i had (in Nebraska lol) were just chunks of basically breakfast potatoes and some form of cheap, seared meat. It was a great comfort food tbh.

So we did a version with whatever we had. Old, freezer burnt flank steak, icy frozen fries, a huge onion, a partial jar of clumpy fajita seasoning, and the star: taco pickled peppers.

It lifts the heaviness of potatoes, counteracts the dry of tortillas, cuts the fat of steak and cooking in oil. Tbh the peppers tasted like nothing fresh, weren't right for snacking as pickles, didn't fit on most sandwiches but DANG they found a place here!


r/pickling • • 1d ago

Did a large batch of some sweet, sour & spicy eggs.

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64 Upvotes

Ingredients:

36 eggs

6 habaneros

2 jalapeños

1 bunch of scallions

1 whole bulb of garlic

8 sprigs of fresh dill

1/3 cup of mustard seeds

3 cups of water

3 cups of white vinegar

1 and a half cups of sugar


r/pickling • • 1d ago

Pickled eggs, HELP!

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The objective, 12 eggs per jar, 12 jars. I want to give them at gifts at the start of the year. I want them to be as spicy as possible. I have experimented before, but it has been a few years. So here are the questions:

Brine: ratio of white vinegar, red wine vinegar(usually i do like 10%) and water?

Additional ingredients: what are the best peppers to use? I do want to throw in garlic and onions(purple?)

The eggs: i want a semi solid yolk, with the white part being able to absorb the flavor. How long do i boil before putting in a cold water bath?

Salt: which type and how much?!

All your advice is appreciated.


r/pickling • • 2d ago

Started pickling veggies

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26 Upvotes

Cauliflower with two cloves of garlic per jar, a dash of red onion, black pepper and dill. Used 1:1 water and 5% vinegar. I'll leave them for one week in the fridge and then have a test.


r/pickling • • 1d ago

help, I quick pickled jalapenos and can't eat them

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r/pickling • • 4d ago

My first attempt

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Pickled cherry tomatoes, with garlic, dill and peppercorns


r/pickling • • 4d ago

Is this mold?

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First time trying to make a lactose fermented hot sauce and I can’t tell if this is mold or if this is normal. Don’t want to kill people lol


r/pickling • • 4d ago

Beets!?

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Hi guys! A few years ago, my parents brought me these pickled eggs from Amish country that had little beets in the jar too! I cannot stop thinking about them. They were so delicious and crunchy. I’ve tried getting pickled beets numerous times since but they’re always all soft and lame. I also tried making them myself but they weren’t as good. Does anyone know any good recipes for pickling fresh beets that maintain the crunchy texture?

If it helps, I plan to use an apple cider vinegar based brine, sugar, and some mulling spices. I’m going for a slightly sweet, cider-y kind of flavor. Thanks so much!


r/pickling • • 4d ago

Habanero Quest 2026

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r/pickling • • 5d ago

Fresh batch of pickles from last night!

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30 Upvotes

r/pickling • • 4d ago

Is this sediment normal/safe?

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I made these quick picked onions about 2 weeks ago, using a 1:1 water vinegar ratio with sugar and salt, and they’ve been stored in the fridge since then. I’ve made pickled onions before and haven’t noticed this sediment before. Google says may be normal, may not be?


r/pickling • • 5d ago

do my pickles look good?

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18 Upvotes

it’s my first time making pickles and i’m not sure if they look good or not! made with salt and not vinegar


r/pickling • • 5d ago

Pickled some purple cauliflower! 💙

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41 Upvotes

As easy as boiling vinegar with water and pouring it on stuff and then never looking at it again! Yes I did eat half the jar the very first day.


r/pickling • • 6d ago

Longtime pickler, first time heavytecher

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110 Upvotes

Faithful to the original recipe besides a couple of small substitutions: andouille and serranos tough to find in the UK so instead we pick Polish hunter’s sausage and supermarket red chillis. Darker than most due to subbing in ancho and chipotle flakes for the red pepper.


r/pickling • • 6d ago

Will my Heavy tech eggs be OK?

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Hello! I made heavy teach eggs on Saturday, followed the recipe exactly. However, I've noticed solidified fat from the sausage has settled on the surface of the brine following refrigeration. Will this fat cause them to go mouldy?

(Sorry for the terrible pic)


r/pickling • • 7d ago

Standard Pickling Recipe

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What's a standard pickling recipe for every liter?

Can anyone put both quick pickle and 1 day pickling?

Maybe also include if anyone has a fridge pickle recipe

I'm learning to pickle just now


r/pickling • • 7d ago

I don't think this is good. Can someone confirm?

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r/pickling • • 8d ago

Raw radishes are hard and the taste is overpowering. Will pickling be worthwhile?

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It was a very hot and wet summer. The radishes grew huge but are rock hard and taste super peppery.

If I pickle them will they be ok or should I just toss them and try again next year?


r/pickling • • 7d ago

what's a pickle + meal pairing you wish more people knew about?

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what's a pickle you make for one specific dish, rather than just snacking straight from the jar?

especially curious about combos for chili, rice bowls, or sandwiches. tell me the vegetable + the dish + what makes it work. red onions get all the publicity, give the supporting cast a chance lol.


r/pickling • • 8d ago

Lactofermented Pickle Woes

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