Can You Pickle Things Without Boiling?
Yes, you can pickle certain things without boiling them. This is called “cold pickling” or “refrigerator pickling.” In this method, you combine sliced vegetables or fruit with a mixture of vinegar, salt, sugar, and sometimes spices, and let them sit in the fridge for a few hours or overnight. Cold pickling is great for making quick pickles or for pickling delicate fruits and veggies that might get too mushy if boiled.