Ingredients:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and cauliflower), sliced or chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh dill or other herbs (optional)
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Bring to a boil.
- Place the sliced vegetables, garlic, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes (if using), and fresh herbs (if desired) into a large clean jar.
- Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid.
- Allow the jar to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. The longer the vegetables sit in the brine, the more flavorful they will become.
- Serve chilled. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
