Kelsey's Essentials Season 3 Episode 13 Pickling Class
- TVG
- April 28, 2012
- 20 min
In Kelsey's Essentials season 3 episode 13, titled "Pickling Class," Kelsey Nixon teaches viewers the art of pickling. She starts out by explaining the different types of pickling, including vinegar pickling and fermentation pickling. She also talks about the importance of selecting the right type of pickling cucumbers.
Next, Kelsey demonstrates how to make a basic vinegar pickle brine. She explains how to balance the flavors of sweet, sour, and salty, and discusses the various spices and herbs that can be added to the brine to customize the flavor.
Kelsey then moves on to demonstrating how to make a quick refrigerator pickle using the basic vinegar brine. She shows viewers how to properly cut the cucumbers and onions, how to layer them in the jar, and how to pour the brine over them. She also provides tips on how long to let the pickles sit in the fridge before eating them, and how long they will last.
After making the vinegar pickles, Kelsey switches gears and shows viewers how to make a fermented pickle. She explains the science behind fermentation, and goes over the tools and equipment necessary for the process. She then walks viewers through the process step-by-step, from adding the salt to the cucumbers to packing them into jars and letting them ferment for several days.
Throughout the episode, Kelsey provides helpful tips and tricks for successful pickling, such as using a kitchen scale to measure ingredients, sterilizing jars before use, and using a tea towel to prevent slippery cucumbers from escaping the jar.
In addition to the pickling demonstrations, Kelsey also shares a few recipes for dishes that incorporate pickled vegetables, including a potato salad with pickled red onions and a turkey sandwich with pickled cucumbers and spicy mustard.
Overall, "Pickling Class" is a thorough and informative episode that covers everything viewers need to know to start pickling at home. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a pickling beginner, Kelsey Nixon's tips and recipes are sure to inspire and enlighten.
