Homemade pickled goodness

1. Pickled Okra

Ingredients
1 pound fresh okra, washed and trimmed
2 cups white vinegar (5% acidity)
1 cup water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar (optional, balances the vinegar)
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon dill seeds or a few fresh dill sprigs
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
½ teaspoon black peppercorns

Instructions
If canning, sterilize jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes.
If refrigerating, clean jars thoroughly with hot, soapy water.

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