Pickled Chard Stems

Pickled Chard Stems

By Chef Dishing Up the Dirt

The perfect garnish for any salad.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped chard stems (from about 1 large bunch of chard)
  • 2 teaspoons brown mustard seeds
  • 1 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 1/2 Tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppercorns

Overview

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
5 minutes

Serves
1 pint

Instructions

Step 1
Place the chopped chard stems in a glass bowl or large mason jar and set aside.

Step 2
Toast the brown mustard seeds in a saucepan for about 1 minute. Add the vinegar, water, honey and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the honey has dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, add the peppercorns and let the brine cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 3
Pour the brine over the chopped chard and cover the jar with a secure lid. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before enjoying.

Notes

  • Use this recipe as a guide
  • Adjust measurements and ingredients as necessary
  • Cooking times will vary from kitchen to kitchen

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Thanks to Dishing Up the Dirt for this amazing recipe. Check out her cookbook here.

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