Making deliciously tangy-sweet crunchy pickled turnips in just 3 SIMPLE steps

For every family meal, it's essential to balance meat, vegetables, and a touch of pickled goodness to cut through richness. Pickled turnips pair wonderfully with dishes like sandwiches, roast duck, grilled chicken, and barbecue. Let's dive into the effortless way to make sweet pickled turnips!

1. Ingredients for sweet pickled turnips

For delicious sweet pickled turnips, you can either soak them alone or add some carrots for extra flavor and visual appeal. Here are the ingredients you'll need:

• 5 white turnips
  
• 2 carrots
  
• 1 liter of vinegar
  
• 500 grams of sugar
  
• 2 tablespoons of salt

2. Method for making crisp sweet pickled turnips

Step 1: Prepare the sweet vinegar syrup

In a pot, combine 500 grams of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of salt, and 1 liter of vinegar. Place it on the stove and simmer until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil. Then, turn off the heat and let it cool.

Step 2: Ingredient preparation

- While waiting for the vinegar syrup to cool, peel the turnips and carrots, wash them thoroughly with clean water, and let them drain.

- Once the turnips and carrots are drained, use a knife to cut them into small strips according to your preference. Avoid grating them as it may cause them to break easily.

- Then, add 1.5 tablespoons of salt and mix well with the turnips and carrots. Let it marinate for 20 minutes to soften the turnips and carrots.

- After mixing the turnips and carrots with table salt, rinse the ingredients 2 - 3 times with clean water and drain. To speed up the draining process, you can put the ingredients in a cheesecloth bag and gently squeeze to prevent the turnips and carrots from breaking inside.

Step 3: Pickling turnips and carrots with the sweet vinegar mixture

Once the turnips and carrots are drained, transfer them into a food-grade jar (preferably glass).

Next, pour the pre-prepared vinegar mixture into the jar to marinate the turnips and carrots for 3 - 4 hours. Make sure the turnips and carrots are fully submerged in the vinegar solution.

Leave it at room temperature for a few hours. You can enjoy it on the same day, but for a more delicious and enticing flavor, refrigerate it for a few days.

After marinating for the required time, you can plate the turnips and enjoy them with various delicious dishes every day.

Pickled turnips are crisp, tasty, and soak up the sweet vinegar flavor perfectly. Pair them with bread or grilled meat for an even more delightful experience.