Hairy Bikers Piccalilli Recipe
If you love tangy, crunchy and flavorful condiments, this Hairy Bikers Piccalilli Recipe is perfect for you. Piccalilli is a traditional British pickle made with fresh vegetables, tangy mustard and spices.
Ingredients
- 200 g cauliflower florets
- 150 g green beans chopped
- 150 g baby onions or pearl onions
- 150 g gherkins diced
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 150 g sugar
- 200 ml white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons mustard powder
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Chop cauliflower, beans, peppers, and gherkins into small, even pieces for consistent cooking.
Salt the Vegetables
- Place chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of salt. Mix and leave for 30 minutes to draw out excess water.
Rinse and Drain
- Rinse salted vegetables under cold water. Drain well using a sieve or clean kitchen towel.
Make the Mustard Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, mustard powder, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, and cornflour. Whisk until smooth.
Cook the Sauce
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens slightly and is smooth.
Add Vegetables to the Sauce
- Add drained vegetables to the saucepan. Stir gently to coat all pieces evenly with the mustard sauce.
Simmer Gently
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The vegetables should become tender but still crisp.
Add Garlic and Oil
- Stir in minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to infuse flavor.
Sterilize Jars
- While cooking, sterilize glass jars by boiling or using hot oven method. This ensures the piccalilli stays fresh longer.
Fill the Jars
- Spoon the hot piccalilli into sterilized jars. Press gently to remove air pockets. Seal immediately with lids. Let cool before storing.
Notes
- Use a mix of vegetables for color and texture.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to make it mild or spicy.
- Store in sterilized jars to keep for months.
- For a smoother sauce, blend a small portion of vegetables before adding.
- Serve with cold meats, cheese boards, sandwiches or ploughman’s lunches.