A marinade just like your grandmother’s
INGREDIENTS - gives 3 jars of 500 ml (16 oz.)
- 2 lb of small white turnips, peeled, cut into 2 or quarters, depending on size
- A few celery leaves or lovage
- 1 peeled beet, cut into small wedges
- 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled
- 3 tbsp. salt
- 1 1/4 cup white wine vinegar or rice vinegar or white vinegar
- 4 cups water
PREPARATION
In a large bowl, alternately arrange one row of turnips, one row of celery leaves or lovage, and a few beet wedges.
Place the garlic on top (to allow easy removal later).
Dissolve the salt in the vinegar and add water.
Pour over vegetables, close the jar tightly.
Marinate for 6-10 days in the refrigerator.
Remove garlic.
Pickled turnips can be stored up to 6 weeks in the refrigerator.