These may be the most versatile pickles you can make. “They’re a natural for sandwiches and, of course, burgers, but they’re also great with smoked fish,” says Seattle chef Renee Erickson. You can use this brine for asparagus, fennel, shallots, garlic, celery, ramps, or chard stems.
Recipe: Red Onion Pickles with Peppercorns