怎样腌制酸豆角

To pickle or marinate green beans, also known as "sour beans" or "sour bean pods," you can follow this simple recipe:

Ingredients:
- 1 pound green beans (sour bean pods)
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:
1. Wash the green beans and trim off the ends.
2. In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, garlic, salt, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Pack the green beans into clean, sterilized jars.
4. Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the green beans, making sure they are completely covered.
5. Seal the jars and let them cool to room temperature.
6. Store the jars in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before consuming. The pickled green beans will last for several weeks in the fridge.

Enjoy your homemade pickled green beans!