Ingredients
-
2 ½ cups distilled white vinegar
-
2 cups water
-
¼ cup salt
-
1 clove garlic, peeled
-
2 ½ pounds fresh green beans
-
6 large sprigs dill
-
¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes (Optional)
Directions
-
Gather all ingredients.
-
Inspect six 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
-
While the jars are being sterilized, stir together vinegar, water, and salt in a large saucepan. Add garlic and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
-
Trim green beans to 1/4-inch shorter than the jars.
-
Remove jars from simmering water. Place 1 sprig of dill and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes in each jar. Pack in green beans standing on end.
-
Ladle boiling brine (leave out garlic) into the jars, filling within 1/4-inch of the tops. Seal jars with lids and rings.
-
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water.
-
Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder.
-
Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a simmer (do not boil), cover, and process for 10 minutes.
-
Remove jars from the stockpot and cool to room temperature, 8 to 12 hours. Test jars for a good seal by pressing on the center of the lid — it should not move.
-
Let green beans ferment for 2 to 3 weeks in a cool, dark space before eating.
Recipe Tip
If any jars do not seal properly, refrigerate and eat those beans within a week.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
8 | Calories |
2g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
---|---|
Servings Per Recipe 48 | |
Calories 8 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Sodium 2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 1g | 1% |
Vitamin C 4mg | 5% |
Calcium 11mg | 1% |
Iron 0mg | 2% |
Potassium 55mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.