Learn how to make Homemade Pickled Okra. From preparing the brine to packing and sealing the jars, this step-by-step guide will have you canning our favorite southern veggie with no added preservatives
Enjoy a little taste of summer all year by canning your own Homemade Pickled Okra! You’ll love these tender young pods of okra preserved in a brine with garlic, dill, and peppercorns.
Summer is always a busy time for canning and preserving. I almost always make some Strawberry Jam and our favorite Kosher Dills along with a good Basic Salsa recipe and a few Quick Pickled Jalapenos. We’re already enjoying some of those this year.
I also like to make a few jars of Sugar-Free Bread and Butter Pickles to savor all through the fall and winter.
How to Store Refrigerator Pickled Okra Keep them in the refrigerator and they’ll last for one to two months.
Select the Okra Carefully
When I’m ready to make pickled okra, I hand select every pod for the recipe. Really. I literally stand there in the produce aisle or the farmer’s market and choose every single pod because I want them to be young, tender, and no longer than the depth of a pint jar – about 4 inches. It usually takes between 1 1/2 to 2 pounds to make three pints.
You’ll have to use your cook’s judgment based on the okra that is available to you. If you have leftovers, so much the better! Slice it, dredge it in some cornmeal and make Fried Okra or make Okra Chips!
Ingredient and Equipment Notes
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You’ll find detailed measurements for all ingredients in the printable version of the recipe at the bottom of this post.
- 9-piece canning kit includes 21-quart canner, canner lid, 7-jar rack, 9-inch colander, lid wrench, funnel, tongs, jar lifter, and magnetic lid lifter
- Durable enamel-on-steel construction heats quickly and efficiently
- Side loop handles help ensure safe, secure transport; coated stay-cool tool handles
- Domed lid with loop handle helps trap in heat for faster boiling
- Safe to use on both gas and electric stovetops; hand wash
- Note: Do not use on glass cooktops (does not have a flat bottom)
How To Make Refrigerator Pickled Okra
FAQ
Can pickled okra go bad?
How long after pickling okra can I eat?
How long does pickled stuff last in the fridge?
Why is my pickled okra slimy?
How long can you keep pickled okra in the fridge?
Fridge pickled okra can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 months. Always use clean utensils in the jar to ensure optimal shelf life. Canned okra pickles can be stored in a cool, dark location (away from direct sunlight) for up to a year! How to Use Pickled Okra? There are plenty of ways to enjoy pickled ocra.
Will dehydrated okra have the same effects as fresh okra?
No, dehydrated okra has higher levels of carbohydrates, fat and ash, and lower levels of protein and ascorbic acid than fresh okra.
How long do okra Pickles last?
Store okra pickles in the refrigerator for three days before eating. This easy recipe comes together fast, and is even easier to store since the okra pickles are already in a convenient container! Keep them in the refrigerator and they’ll last for one to two months.
What is refrigerator pickled okra?
Pickled okra is okra in the pod that has been preserved in a mixture of vinegar, spices and sugar. Okra grows on a tall plant as the seed pod.