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Quick-Pickled Strawberries

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After you finish pickling the strawberries, hang on to the brine, which can be used in place of mild vinegars.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 quart

Ingredients

1 pound ripe but firm strawberries, hulled, halved if large
1 1/2 cups white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place strawberries in a 1-qt. heatproof jar. Bring vinegar, sugar, salt, and 2/3 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt. Pour over strawberries. Let cool; cover and chill.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 2

    Strawberries can be pickled 5 days ahead. Keep chilled.

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