Fox’s Spices Pickling Spice Mix 600g

Fox’s Spices Pickling Spice Mix 600g is a ready-to-use blend of whole and crushed spices designed to give homemade pickles, chutneys and relishes a well-rounded, traditional flavour. The mix combines warm, aromatic notes with gentle heat and subtle sweetness, so it works just as well in classic pickled onions and red cabbage as it does in spiced gherkins, beetroot and homemade relishes. Because the spices are left whole or coarsely broken, they release their flavour slowly into hot vinegar or brine, helping to create consistent, reliable results every time. With a generous 600g tub, this pickling spice mix is ideal for batch cooking, preserving seasonal vegetables and making jars of pickles to enjoy throughout the year.

Key Features:

• Generous 600g tub, ideal for batch pickling and regular preserving.
• Balanced blend of whole and coarse spices for a warm, traditional pickling flavour.
• Suitable for a wide range of pickles, chutneys, relishes and spiced vinegars.
• Whole-spice format helps prevent cloudiness and keeps pickling liquor clear.
• From Fox’s Spices, a long-established supplier of quality herbs and spices.

Recipe Inspiration:

• Classic Pickled Onions: Simmer Fox’s Spices Pickling Spice Mix with vinegar and sugar, then pour over peeled onions in sterilised jars. Leave to mature for a few weeks for a sharp, tangy pickle with a gentle spice.
• Spiced Pickled Beetroot: Add a spoonful or two of pickling spice to a pan of vinegar, water and sugar, then pour over cooked beetroot slices. The mix brings warmth and depth that works well with the natural sweetness of beetroot.
• Homemade Piccalilli: Use this pickling spice mix to flavour the vinegar base for piccalilli, along with cauliflower, green beans and other crunchy vegetables. The result is a bright, punchy relish that pairs nicely with cheese and cold meats.
• Pickled Red Cabbage: Sprinkle Fox’s Spices Pickling Spice Mix into hot vinegar and sugar, then tip over shredded red cabbage. After a short time in the jar, the cabbage turns tangy, crisp and full of gentle spice, ready for salads, sandwiches and side dishes.

What does pickling spice mix do in a recipe?

Pickling spice mix infuses vinegar or brine with a combination of warm, aromatic flavours that sink into the vegetables as they sit in the jar. It saves time on measuring individual spices and helps achieve a consistent, traditional pickled taste across different batches.

How much pickling spice mix should I use per jar?

A common approach is to use around 1–2 tablespoons of Fox’s Spices Pickling Spice Mix per litre of pickling vinegar, adjusting to taste depending on how strong you like the flavour. The spices are simmered briefly with the vinegar so they can release their aroma before the liquid is poured over the prepared vegetables.

Can pickling spice mix be used for more than just pickles?

Yes, this spice blend can also be used to flavour chutneys, relishes, spiced vinegars and even slow-cooked dishes such as braised meats or hearty stews. The whole spices can be tied in a muslin cloth or placed in a spice infuser, making them easy to remove once they’ve given the dish enough flavour.