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A close-up of a metal jar lid labeled Ball SureTight. A white sticker in the center reads PICKLED RAMPS in bold black letters. There is a blank line at the bottom of the lid for additional labeling.

Pickled Ramps

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Bright, tangy, and slightly spicy pickled ramps that elevate any savory dish with their unique flavor. Easy to make and long-lasting in the fridge.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 day
Course: Dressing/Condiment
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 594

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz ramps bulbs only
  • 3 dried red chiles
  • 2 bay leaves or ½ teaspoon bay powder
  • 2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 cup white wine vinegar
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup water

Equipment

  • Heatproof pint jar
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Prepare the Jar
  1. Place ramp bulbs, dried chiles, bay leaves, fennel seeds, and black peppercorns in a clean, heatproof pint jar.
  2. Make the Brine
  3. In a small saucepan, combine white wine vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, and water. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt fully dissolve.
Pickle the Ramps
  1. Carefully pour the hot brine over the ramps and spices in the jar until fully submerged.
  2. Seal tightly and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
  3. Transfer to the fridge and let the flavors develop for at least 24 hours before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 594kcalCarbohydrates: 138gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gSodium: 7013mgPotassium: 224mgFiber: 8gSugar: 107gVitamin A: 3897IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 232mgIron: 7mg

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