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Can you make pickles from cucumbers that are not the pickling variety?
Yes you can. However, pickling cucumbers have smaller and fewer seeds and a thinner skin than other cucumbers. Therefore, they absorb the pickling solution better and tend to be more crisp than larger cucumbers.
Can you use a regular cucumber to make pickles?
Certain varieties of cucumbers have been bred specifically for use in pickling. By using these varieties, the home pickling enthusiast will end up with a crisper and more flavorful result. If growing cucumbers at home, be sure to select seeds that are labeled as "pickling" or "good for pickling" on the seed packet. Good choices for pickling cucumbers include: Pioneer, National Pickling, Saladin, Bush Pickling Liberty Hybrid, Ballerina, Boston Pickling, and Eureka Hybrid.
Will pickling cucumbers climb a trellis?
Yes cucumbers will climb a trellis. It promotes good air circulation and the cucumbers will have less rot and a more uniform shape. It will also be easier to harvest.
Can i eat pickling cucumbers raw?
Yes, you can
What variety of cucumbers produce the miniature cucumbers that are pickled and sold whole as opposed to slices?
Plant cucumber seeds that specifically say they are pickling cucumbers. Then pick the small ones for Gherkin (small, whole, sweet) pickles. The recipe on the pickling lime package is a real good one.
How many pounds does 12 peck of pickling cucumbers equal?
A peck is a unit of volume that is equivalent to about 8 dry quarts. On average, a peck of pickling cucumbers weighs approximately 10 to 12 pounds. Therefore, 12 pecks of pickling cucumbers would equal roughly 120 to 144 pounds.
Is a pickle a melon?
No. Pickles are cucumbers that have been preserved by pickling
Why does pickling cucumbers in vinegar helps to preserve them?
Just like salt, to preserve meat, vinegar does the same to cucumbers.
Do you use pickling salt or pickling lime to soak cucumbers in overnight to make pickles?
For soaking cucumbers overnight to make pickles, you typically use pickling salt rather than pickling lime. Pickling salt is pure salt without additives, which helps in creating a brine that enhances flavor and preserves the cucumbers. Pickling lime, on the other hand, is used in the process to maintain crispness but is not recommended for overnight soaking due to its alkaline properties. Always follow a reliable recipe for the best results.
How many pickling cucumbers are in an 8 quart basket?
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What is McCormick pickling spice used for?
Making pickled cucumbers aka pickles.
How many pickling cukes are in a 6 qt basket?
The number of pickling cucumbers in a 6-quart basket can vary based on their size, but on average, you can expect to fit around 15 to 20 medium-sized pickling cucumbers in that volume. Smaller cucumbers may allow for a higher count, while larger ones will reduce the total number. It's best to consider the specific size of the cucumbers being used for a more accurate estimate.
