The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 4001 — Pickled Green Beans
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 4001 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Place young green bean pods in very salty water for several days until they turn yellow.
Transfer to a clean vessel and cover with hot strong vinegar.
Next day drain, boil and pour the vinegar over the beans again. Repeat on the third and fourth days, until the beans regain their natural colour.
On the last occasion boil the vinegar with bay leaf and allspice.
Historical editorial note: The historic method does not establish safe final acidity for low-acid beans.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 4001. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.