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Recipe for: Pickle Juice Drink with Green Pepper

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A refreshing, savory drink made from pickled cucumbers and buttermilk, with the addition of green pepper and dill - inspired by the summer flavors of Podlasie. It is a cooling and slightly tangy drink, with a characteristic pickled note and a fresh aroma of dill. Perfect as an aperitif for grilling, a complement to roasted duck or grilled dishes, as well as a thirst-quenching beverage during hot weather. Aesthetically served in glasses with a slice of fresh cucumber and a sprig of dill, it catches the eye with its green, rustic color. It combines the tradition of local fermented products with a simple, modern serving style.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (10)

Servings:
4
  • Pickled cucumber 3 pcs (~300 g)
  • Buttermilk 600 g
  • Brine from pickled cucumbers 100 g
  • Mineral water 400 g
  • Lemon 0.6 pcs (~50 g)
  • Green pepper 8 g
  • 🌿 Spices
  • Dill 0.8 bunch (~15 g)
  • Salt 1 g
  • ✨ Optional
  • Fresh cucumber 75 g
  • Ice 200 g
💰 Estimated dish cost: ~16.90 PLN (4.23 PLN/serving)
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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Make sure all ingredients are well chilled. Remove the pickles from the jar and pour 100 ml of the brine into a separate container (it will be useful for seasoning). Set aside two pickles to be sliced for decoration. Lightly dry the remaining pickles with a paper towel.

Ingredients: Pickled cucumber, brine from pickled cucumbers, Fresh cucumber
Use a cutting board measuring approximately 30x20 cm and a sharp kitchen knife. Pour the brine into a measuring cup – this way you can easily control the saltiness of the drink.

Mixing

2

Chopped pickled cucumbers (excluding those reserved for decoration) go into a blender. Add 600 ml of buttermilk and pour in 50 ml of the reserved brine (keep the rest for seasoning). Squeeze the juice from half a lemon (about 50 g) directly into the blender. Finely chop half a bunch of dill (about 15 g) and add it to the blender. Finally, add green pepper (about 8 g).

Ingredients: Pickled cucumber, Buttermilk, brine from pickled cucumbers, Lemon, Dill, green pepper
Use a jug blender with a power of at least 500 W or an immersion blender in a tall container. Layer the ingredients: liquids at the bottom, then soft vegetables, and top with dill and pepper.
3

Blend on high speed for 30–45 seconds until the mixture is smooth, but not completely silky — we want a slightly grainy texture from the pickles. If your blender has a pulse function, use it for the first 10 seconds, then blend continuously. Check the consistency: the drink should be liquid, but slightly thick and creamy.

Ingredients: Pickled cucumber, Buttermilk
If you don't have a blender, finely chop the cucumbers and mix vigorously with the buttermilk using a whisk or hand mixer for 1–2 minutes.

Seasoning

4

Pour the blended mixture into a large pitcher. Add 400 ml of mineral water and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Taste the drink and if necessary, add a little salt (maximum 1 g of salt). If you want a milder flavor, add 20–50 ml of brine or more water to taste.

Ingredients: mineral water, brine from pickled cucumbers, Salt
Use a pitcher with a capacity of at least 1.2–1.5 l. Stir slowly to maintain the delicate structure and small bubbles if you are using sparkling water.

Chilling and serving

5

Before serving, chill the drink in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes. Fill the glasses with ice (if using), pour the drink into 4 glasses, and garnish with a slice of fresh cucumber and a sprig of dill. You can also place 2–3 whole green peppercorns in each glass as a decoration and aromatic touch.

Ingredients: Ice, Fresh cucumber, Dill, green pepper
Use highball glasses or beer mugs. If serving on the grill, place the glasses on small coasters to prevent them from getting hot from the hot plates.

Variants

6

Podlasie variant: you can add 20–30 ml of pure vodka or apple cider vinegar to the portion for a more pronounced flavor (optional). For the vegan version, replace buttermilk with fermented plant-based kefir (less traditional, but gives a similar consistency).

Ingredients: Buttermilk
If you are adding alcohol, inform your guests. Switching to a plant-based drink will change the flavor — adjust the amount of broth and lemon juice accordingly.

Fun Fact

💡

In Podlasie, sour, fermented dairy and vegetable drinks are popular; the combination of pickled cucumbers with buttermilk is a regional twist on the classic cucumber soup, served as a refreshing drink.

Best for

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve very chilled in tall glasses, garnished with a slice of fresh cucumber and a sprig of dill. It pairs well with roasted duck, grilled pork, or as a refreshing accent between spicy dishes. If serving with alcohol, also offer a non-alcoholic version.

🥡 Storage

Store in a closed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Before serving again, stir, as the drink may separate. Freezing is not recommended, as it will change the consistency of the buttermilk.

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