Asian Pickled Garlic Scapes

Use these crunchy pickles as an addition to asian inspired salads, sandwiches or chopped fine as an ingredient in a sweet and sour relish!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cups unseasoned rice vinegar
• 1-1/2 cups sugar
• 3 tbsp kosher salt
• 1/2 stick cinnamon
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 tsp white peppercorns
• 1 tsp szechewan peppercorns
• 1 lb fresh garlic scapes
• 4 whole fresh thai chilies slightly crushed

Directions

1. Cut the scapes into managable pieces and pack into sterilized mason jars.
2. Bring the remaining ingredients to a boil stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt.
3. Pour the hot brine and spices over the scapes.
4. Lid and cool the jars. Refrigerate for 1 week before using. These pickles will store for months in the fridge.
5. Alternatively you can water process the jars to keep them in a dark pantry.