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Spicy pickled grapes served in a jar
Plump, juicy grapes infused with chilli and vinegar flavours

Spicy pickled grapes

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Starters
Pickled grapes are the secret weapon of elegant cheese boards. The grape's natural, crunchy skin protects the fruit pulp, so when you bite into it, the fruit almost 'explodes' in your mouth, infused with the spicy, vinegary liquid. This recipe dances on the border of savoury and sweet flavours: the caramel notes of brown sugar, the heat of the chilli, and the acidity of the grape provide a complex, gourmet experience. It pairs particularly well with mature blue cheeses or pâtés.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 day 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 90 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Sieve
  • Saucepan
  • Sterilised jar

Allergen Information

⚠️ Mustard
⚠️ Sulphur dioxide (vinegar)

Instructions

1 ✓

Remove the grapes from the stalks, discarding any damaged berries. Wash and dry thoroughly.

Tip: There is a tiny hole where the stem was; the brine will enter here.
2 ✓

Fill the jar with the grapes.

Tip: Tightly, but carefully.
3 ✓

Boil the water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and all the spices (including the chopped pepper and crushed garlic) together.

Tip: 5 minutes of boiling is enough.
4 ✓

Cool the liquid until lukewarm.

Tip: Hot liquid would crack the grape skins, creating a 'compote' texture. Lukewarm liquid preserves the crunch.
5 ✓

Pour over the grapes, seal, and place in the fridge.

Tip: Leave to stand for at least 24 hours.

Recipe FAQ

What grapes should I use?
Seedless varieties with firm flesh are best. Red or black grapes look more striking, but white is delicious too.

Ingredients

  • 500 g fresh grapes (preferably seedless)
  • 250 ml white wine vinegar
  • 250 ml water
  • 15 g salt
  • 30 g brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 pc bay leaves
  • 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 2 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 pc fresh hot pepper