Saffron-pickled lotus root

These and the Dill and Mustard Pickled Cucumber are what I call ‘fridge pickles’. You can’t leave them on the shelf in the pantry – they need to be stored in the fridge. They’ll last for up to 8 weeks, if kept covered with pickling liquid and tightly sealed, even after you have used some of them. The premise of these pickles is much the same – approximately one part of vinegar to two parts of water, with seasoning, sweetness and flavourings to taste. These