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Pickled Ramsons (Wild Garlic)

To preserve the distinctive flavor of ramsons, avoid overcooking and do not leave them in hot marinade for too long.

Best in season: Spring
Time
30 min
Yield
4 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Kukhlyk recipe
Recipe at a glance

Pickled ramsons are a vibrant spring preserve with a bold garlic-like aroma.

Ingredients

What you will need

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Before you start

There are 5 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • ramsons (wild garlic)
    500–700 g
  • water
    500 ml
  • vinegar (9%)
    40–50 ml
  • salt
    1 tbsp
  • sugar
    1–2 tbsp
Step by step

How to make it

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Preparation path

This recipe has 5 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 30 min
1

Prepare the ramsons

Wash, trim the ends, and dry thoroughly.

2

Prepare the marinade

Bring water, salt, and sugar to a boil, then add vinegar.

3

Pack into jars

Place the ramsons into sterilized jars without overpacking.

4

Pour and seal

Pour hot marinade over and seal immediately.

5

Cool and store

Let cool completely and store.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

Why did the ramsons become soft?

It was overheated or left too long in hot marinade.

How long does it keep?

Up to one year in a cool, dark place.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

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Important for safety

Home preserving always depends on cleanliness, correct proportions, sterilization, and storage conditions. If the result seems doubtful, it is safer not to take risks and to open the related troubleshooting pages and explanations.