Piccalilli is a vibrant, tangy relish packed with crunchy, pickled vegetables in a mustardy turmeric sauce. Add a bright, zesty kick to sandwiches, cold meats, and cheese boards with this traditional British favourite. It's easy to make and perfect for preserving a taste of the garden all year round!
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Reviews
23
What did you think of this recipe?
Sandra Wylie
Takes a little while to chop everything (I’ve got arthritis) but yum, what a delicious taste, will definitely make again!!
5
Sally
Malt Vinegar? Or White? (Does Not State) For a Novice Would Prefer to Follow Recipe As Per Chelsea Until Comfortable To Experiment & Modify **Thank You** CHELSEA: For making piccalilli pickle , malt vinegar is the traditional choice. It gives the pickle a rich, tangy depth that complements the mustard and spices. However, if you prefer a lighter, sharper flavour, white vinegar works too. Malt vinegar will give a more classic, old-fashioned taste, while white vinegar results in a slightly brighter, cleaner flavour. Thanks for your great question.
1
Jan magee
100 % awesome
5
Bernie Smith
This is such an easy recipe, makes a nice few jars and everyone inhales it. I keep coming back and making a few more jars.
5
Jennie
This is a simple delicious pickle. I used all fresh produce from my garden and gave it a quick zap with my hand held blender before put it into my jars.
5
Margarrt
Lovely easy recipe will make again.
5
Mr Cook
Tastes good, not sure where the salt is going as I only salted the water as instructed and it needs more salt. As well it definitely needs more flour, this could be down to the difference in quality of the corn flour, but it is easy to add more as your cooking to suit.r
4
Louana Ngatai Clews
My sister made this to use all mums excess vegies from her garden. Absolutely lovely with every thing.
5
Helen Gill
Great recipe so much easier than the one I usually make. I did find the ratio of pickle to veg a little high for my taste, so I increased the amount of vinegar and cornflour and added a couple of tablespoons of fresh grated ginger and a chilli because my curry powder is a bit bland yum.
Prepare vegetables (remove seeds from cucumber etc) and chop into bite sized pieces. Place in a large earthenware or stainless steel bowl, sprinkle with salt and cover with water. Allow to stand for 24 hours, then drain well and rinse. Pat dry.
Place vegetables in a large pot.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, stir together sugar, mustard powder, turmeric, curry powder, mixed spice, cayenne pepper and cornflour. Blend with a little of the vinegar to form a smooth paste. Gradually add the remaining vinegar and stir until smooth.
Pour vinegar mixture over the vegetables. Bring to the boil, stirring. Boil gently for a few minutes, until mixture has thickened and vegetables are just tender.
Remove from heat and spoon into sterilised jars. Seal and cool.
Additional tips
Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening.
Takes a little while to chop everything (I’ve got arthritis) but yum, what a delicious taste, will definitely make again!!
5
Sally
Malt Vinegar? Or White? (Does Not State) For a Novice Would Prefer to Follow Recipe As Per Chelsea Until Comfortable To Experiment & Modify **Thank You** CHELSEA: For making piccalilli pickle , malt vinegar is the traditional choice. It gives the pickle a rich, tangy depth that complements the mustard and spices. However, if you prefer a lighter, sharper flavour, white vinegar works too. Malt vinegar will give a more classic, old-fashioned taste, while white vinegar results in a slightly brighter, cleaner flavour. Thanks for your great question.
1
Jan magee
100 % awesome
5
Bernie Smith
This is such an easy recipe, makes a nice few jars and everyone inhales it. I keep coming back and making a few more jars.
5
Jennie
This is a simple delicious pickle. I used all fresh produce from my garden and gave it a quick zap with my hand held blender before put it into my jars.
5
Margarrt
Lovely easy recipe will make again.
5
Mr Cook
Tastes good, not sure where the salt is going as I only salted the water as instructed and it needs more salt. As well it definitely needs more flour, this could be down to the difference in quality of the corn flour, but it is easy to add more as your cooking to suit.r
4
Louana Ngatai Clews
My sister made this to use all mums excess vegies from her garden. Absolutely lovely with every thing.
5
Helen Gill
Great recipe so much easier than the one I usually make. I did find the ratio of pickle to veg a little high for my taste, so I increased the amount of vinegar and cornflour and added a couple of tablespoons of fresh grated ginger and a chilli because my curry powder is a bit bland yum.