Pickled Sweet & Sour Cauliflower

Sweet and sour pickled cauliflower is not only delicious but also adds colour and zing to any dish. Perfect with pâté, ham or as part of a snack platter.

Servings: 4 – 8
Preparation: 10 minutes
Cooking: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes + 1 day to mature

Ingredients

• 500 g cauliflower
• 250 ml white vinegar
• 125 g granulated sugar
• 1 star anise
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 bay leaves

Preparation

• Cut the cauliflower into small florets.
• Peel and thinly slice the garlic.
• Sterilise 2 jars if desired.

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients except the cauliflower in a saucepan over high heat.
2. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 3 minutes until just tender.
5. Remove the star anise and cinnamon stick.
6. Place 1 bay leaf in each jar and divide the cauliflower and liquid between the jars.
7. Seal the jars tightly, let cool, and refrigerate for at least 1 day.