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Wash jars and lids with hot, soapy water. Rinse well. Sterilize by boiling them in water for 10 minutes or use a hot dishwasher cycle.
Prepare the Garlic:
Peel the garlic cloves. (Optional: blanch cloves in hot water for 20–30 seconds to ease peeling.)
Make the Brine:
In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat.
Pack the Jars:
Place garlic cloves into sterilized jars. Add peppercorns, mustard or coriander seeds, and bay leaves if using.
Add Brine:
Pour hot brine over garlic cloves, covering them completely. Leave about 1 cm (½ inch) of headspace.
Seal:
Wipe rims clean and seal jars tightly with lids.
Cool and Store:
Let jars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.
Serving & Storage Tips
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