Can I use other vegetables?

According to MenuCochon: Yes, you can pickle other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers according to your preference.

Are the pickles very sweet?

According to MenuCochon: They are slightly sweet to balance the vinegar's acidity. Adjust the sugar to your taste.

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Canada Mise en conserve / Congélation

Homemade Sugar Shack Style Pickles

Name: Homemade Sugar Shack Style Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 portions
Cuisine: Québécoise
Ingredients: 500 g beets (cooked and sliced); 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tsp salt; 3 cucumbers (sliced into rounds); 2 onions (sliced into rounds); 1 cup white vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tbsp salt

Prep15 min

Cook25 min

Servings6

DifficultyEasy

By Menucochon|

February 28, 2026

|Updated: Feb 28, 2026

Canada Mise en conserve / Congélation

Homemade Sugar Shack Style Pickles

Prep15 min

Cook25 min

Servings6

DifficultyEasy

By Menucochon|

February 28, 2026

|Updated: Feb 28, 2026

Ah, the sugar shack! A place where Quebec's tradition shines through all its flavors. Pickles hold a special place here. Imagine the freshness of crunchy vegetables bathed in a sweet and vinegary mix, perfect for accompanying our famous tourtière or baked beans. Beets, cucumbers, and onions are timeless classics at any sugar shack table. Each bite transports you to a world of conviviality and simplicity, where tradition blends with the authenticity of Quebec's terroir. Whether you're enjoying a family brunch or looking to recreate that atmosphere at home, these homemade pickles will add an irresistible sweet-salty touch to your menu.

Ingredients

Servings

Pickled Beets

Pickled Cucumbers and Onions

350 kcal15g protein18g fat30g carbs

Preparation

Instructions

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Prepare the Vegetables
Peel and slice the beets, cucumbers, and onions into rounds.
Use a mandolin for uniform slices.
Prepare the Beet Marinade
In a saucepan, bring the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to a boil. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pickle the Beets
Place the sliced beets in a sterilized jar and pour the hot marinade over them. Seal tightly.
Prepare the Cucumber and Onion Marinade
Mix the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Heat until the sugar is dissolved.
Pickle the Cucumbers and Onions
Place the cucumbers and onions in a jar and add the hot marinade. Seal the jar well.
Allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Storage
Let the pickles marinate for at least 24 hours in the refrigerator before serving to develop flavors.
Serving
Serve the pickles as a side to traditional Quebec dishes like tourtière or baked beans.

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Our Tips

Chef's tips for making this recipe

For the best results, allow your pickles to marinate for at least 24 hours before enjoying them. Make sure to properly sterilize your jars for extended preservation.

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Serving Suggestions

These homemade pickles are a true journey into our Quebec traditions. Whether to accompany a meat dish or simply to add crunch to your meals, these pickled vegetables will be a hit. Feel free to vary the vegetables according to the seasons or add spices like mustard seeds or black pepper to personalize your recipe. Each jar of pickles becomes a unique creation, ready to delight your taste buds.