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How to Make Zucchini Pickles Both Regular and Diabetic Versions

By investing a little time, diabetics can usually enjoy the same types of food as most people.В  Here is a recipe for making Zucchini Pickles that is easily adapted to a diabetic version.В  Have a good crop of zucchini this year?В  Make some pickles to enjoy all year. ZUCCHINI PICKLES 1 lb zucchini 1 small yellow onion 2 tbsp kosher salt 2 cups cider vinegar 1 cup sugar 1 tsp dry mustard 1 1/2 tsp crushed mustard seeds Scant 1 tsp turmeric Wash and trim zucchini; cut into thin slices.В  Peel onion and also cut into thin slices.В  Combine zucchini and onion in a large, shallow glass bowl.В  Add salt and toss to evenly distribute.В  Add a few ice cubes and cold water to cover all the zucchini and onions.В  Stir to dissolve salt.В  Let set one hour.В  Feel and taste a slice of zucchini; it should be slightly softened.В  Drain and pat dry. In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, dry mustard, mustard seeds, and turmeric.В  Simmer mixture for three minutes.В  Set aside until just warm to the touch.В  Caution:В  if you do not cool this mixture down, it will make your pickles soft instead of crisp. Put zucchini and onion mixture in a large dry bowl.В  Pour the cooled brine mixture over the vegetable mixture.В  Stir to distribute the spices.В  Transfer toВ  canning jars. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least a day before serving.В  This will allow the flavors to mellow and the spices to permeate the zucchini turning them a brilliant chartreuse green. Diabetic Version:В  Substitute Splenda for the sugar.В  Or doВ  1/2 cup of sugar andВ  1/2 cup of Splenda, if you are able to tolerate some sugar. Enjoy!

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