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Sweet and Spicy Pickled Tomatoes – Step-by-Step Recipe & Practical Tips

A homemade recipe for pickled tomatoes for winter. The marinade is mild and well-balanced, while the tomatoes remain whole and flavorful.

Best in season: Summer • Autumn
Time
35 min
Yield
3 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Juicy tomatoes in a fragrant marinade with a perfect balance of salt, sugar, and spices.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 10 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • Tomatoes
    2 kg
  • Water
    1.5 L
  • Salt
    1.5 tbsp
  • Sugar
    4 tbsp
  • 9% Vinegar
    90 ml
  • Garlic
    5 cloves
  • Allspice
    9 berries
  • Cloves
    3 buds
  • Bay Leaves
    3 pcs
  • Parsley
    3 sprigs
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

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

Recipe time: 35 min
1

Prepare the Tomatoes

Wash the tomatoes and pierce the skin near the stem with a toothpick.

2

Pack into Jars

Place spices, garlic, and parsley at the bottom of the jars, then pack the tomatoes tightly.

3

First Pour

Pour boiling water into the jars and let sit for 10 minutes, then drain the water into a saucepan.

4

Prepare the Marinade

Add salt and sugar to the drained water, bring to a boil, then add vinegar.

5

Seal the Jars

Pour the marinade over the tomatoes, seal immediately, and let cool under a towel.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

Can I adjust the amount of sugar or salt in this recipe?

Minor adjustments are possible, but for safe preservation it is best not to significantly reduce the key marinade proportions.

How can I tell if the jars are properly sealed?

After cooling, the lid should be concave, with no leaks or unusual odors. Do not store any jars that appear damaged or suspicious.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

These pages help with situations that often come up during preparation, drying, or storage. Each one opens a separate page with an explanation.

tomatoes crack after sterilizationtomatoes have an imbalanced sweet-sour taste
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What may help after this recipe

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Marinade calculator

Quickly recalculate water, salt, sugar, and vinegar for a different jar count.

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Vinegar converter

Useful when the recipe calls for one vinegar strength and you have another.

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Problems and solutions

Cloudy brine, soft vegetables, lids, mold, and other frequent situations.

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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.