Classic Spiced Pickled Porcini Mushrooms

Home King boletes (Porcini) Total Time: 50 min Servings: 6 servings Difficulty: Easy

Small whole king boletes pickled in a traditional aromatic spiced vinegar brine with sweet onion rings and bay leaves.

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Instructions

  1. Clean small button porcini, leave small ones whole and slice larger caps in half.
  2. Parboil in lightly salted water for 10 minutes skimming foam, then drain well.
  3. Bring 1 litre of fresh water to a boil with salt, sugar, allspice, peppercorns, cloves, and bay leaves; simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Add onion rings and drained porcini, simmer gently together for 6-8 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar.
  6. Pack hot into sterilized glass jars, cover completely with hot brine and seal immediately.

Forager's Tip

Best enjoyed after resting for 2-3 weeks in a cool pantry or refrigerator.

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