{"product_id":"balkan-pickling-spice-mix","title":"Balkan Pickling Spice Mix","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the taste of a Balkan kitchen to your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Spicy Balkan Pickling Spice Mix is our handcrafted blend of aromatic herbs and spices designed to make delicious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehomemade pickled vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e right in your own kitchen, just like Baba used to make them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis flavorful Balkan pickling blend combines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander, dill seeds, allspice, red pepper flakes, bay leaves and garlic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to create the perfect balance of tangy, savory, aromatic and slightly spicy flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom cucumbers and onions to peppers, carrots, cauliflower and more, this versatile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epickling spice mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes it easy to turn fresh vegetables into flavorful homemade pickles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple 3-Step Pickling Solution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Boil Your Brine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 part water with 1 part vinegar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, add salt and bring to a boil. Reduce to just above a simmer. This creates the flavorful brine that brings your vegetables and spices together. \u003cspan class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003e[See the full pickling brine recipe here.]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Prepare Your Jar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd your choice of vegetables to a clean jar. Add the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpicy Balkan Pickling Spice Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making sure the spices are distributed throughout the jar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Add the Brine \u0026amp; Refrigerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour the hot brine over the vegetables and spices, making sure everything is covered. Refrigerate for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat least 24 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The longer they sit, the more the flavors develop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thespicybalkan.com\/blogs\/the-spicy-balkan\/pickling-brine-recipe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here for full recipe.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003equick pickles, homemade refrigerator pickles and preserving seasonal vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this Balkan-inspired spice blend makes it easy to create flavorful pickled vegetables at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're pickling cucumbers for a summer BBQ, preserving peppers and vegetables from the garden, or simply craving that tangy Balkan flavor, our Pickling Spice Mix brings a taste of tradition to every jar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black Peppercorns, Mustard Seeds, Coriander, Dill Seeds, Allspice Berries, Red Pepper Flakes, Bay Leaves, Garlic Flakes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocally Hand-Made in Toronto, Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Artist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/marcsirus\/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMark Sirus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Spicy Balkan","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":43691110367429,"sku":"SBPicklingSpiceMix50g","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0030\/4411\/4544\/files\/Screenshot_2026-07-02_at_10.09.17_PM.png?v=1783044573","url":"https:\/\/spicybalkan.com\/products\/balkan-pickling-spice-mix","provider":"The Spicy balkan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}