The versatility of pickles is truly astounding. Consider the quick refrigerator pickle for a tasty snack if you're making a ...

Best for canning: distilled white vinegar or apple cider vinegar “When I’m making pickles for the pantry, I definitely use either white distilled vinegar or, particularly for relishes, apple ...

Pour over the cool spiced vinegar, ensuring that the onions are completely covered. (If the onions tend to float, place a crumpled piece of greaseproof paper in the top of the jar.

Peel and slice the beetroot into wedges, or leave whole if small, place into a sterilised jar, pour over the strained spiced vinegar, leaving 1cm space at the top, seal with a lid and wait at ...

Meanwhile, process peanuts in a food processor until finely crushed. Remove and set aside. To make spice paste, soak dried chillies in hot water for 10 minutes or until soft, then drain.