Pickles and gastronomy: why are they a must in the kitchen?

Colorful, crunchy, tangy: pickles are everywhere. We see them on chefs' plates, on aperitif boards, in homemade recipes shared on social networks. And for good reason: these little condiments have it all. 🥒 🥕

At Les 3 Chouetteswe like them organic, 100% French, and always ready to liven up your dishes. From cauliflower to beet and carrots, we put vegetables in jars with good whitevinegar , a touch of sugar and nothing more.

But why have pickles become a must in the kitchen? And how can you easily incorporate them into your meals? We share our tips and ideas for adopting them without hesitation. ✨

Back in force on our tables 

Straight out of the Nordic and Asian culinary traditions, the pickle has taken root in French kitchens thanks to its incredible versatility.

Crunchy, tangy, sometimes spicy, it instantly awakens an overly rich dish, adds freshness to a slice of bread, structure to a vegetable dish, and a note of surprise to a classic bite.

At Les 3 Chouettes, each jar of pickles is thought of as an ingredient in its own right, not just a garnish.

Why have they become must-haves?

• An explosion of flavors: between the acidity of the white vinegar, the crunchiness of the vegetable and the well-balanced spices, the pickle plays on all sensory levels.

• Modern cuisine: chefs love pickles for the balance they bring to dishes, and their ability to link different taste worlds.

• Easy to match: with cheese, meat, fish, salad, or even homemade pizza, pickles are a hit.

• Visual appeal: in addition to taste, they add color, liveliness and a "wow" effect in the blink of an eye.

👩🍳 How do you incorporate pickles into your recipes?

Far from being reserved for sandwiches or burgers, pickles can really go anywhere. Here are a few ideas for playing with their tangy taste and irresistible crunch:

🥗 1. In a colorful vegetable dish

Create a seasonal bowl with quinoa, roasted vegetables , fromage blanc cream and a few pickles of cauliflower, carrots or beet : balance and pep guaranteed.

🍞 2. On toast

Wholemeal bread, fromage frais, soft-boiled egg, red onion pickles: a simple delight, ideal for a healthy breakfast full of character.

🍖 3. To twist meat or fish

Add beet, cauliflower or cucumber pickles to liven up poultry fillet, grilled salmon or even ceviche. Welcome acidity and contrasting textures are guaranteed.

🥬 4. As a finishing touch in a mixed salad

There's no need to overdo it: a few well-chosen pieces of pickle are enough to transform a bland salad into a lively creation.

🛒 The right pickle at the right time: the art of selection

At Les 3 Chouettes, every pickle recipe is organic, 100% French, local and seasonal. Because we believe in joyful, responsible and creative gastronomy. 💚

• Red onion pickles sweet and colourful, perfect in a sandwich or on an aperitif plank

• Cucumber pickles with dill ultra-fresh, a classic revisited with herbaceous notes 🌿

• Pickles with mustard seeds crunchy and lively, to spice up your dishes

• Pickles with mustard seeds, honey & turmeric a spicy-sweet touch to accompany white meat or cheese

• Turmeric cauliflower pickles sunny, crunchy and full of personality 🌞

• Beet pickles with cumin earthy and deep, perfect in a lentil salad or with fromage frais

Each jar is designed to suit your tastes, your cooking and your sharing moments. With a well-balanced vinegar base , our pickles are an easy addition to any meal.

🎉 In conclusion: small pickles, big effects

Pickles are no longer a mere detail. They are creative condiments , capable of transforming a banal recipe into a vibrant dish . Their subtle acidity, crunchy texture and colorful visual appeal make them invaluable allies for all creative cuisines . ✨

👉 Discover our collection of organic, 100% French pickles full of pep on La Halle des Gourmets and bring vegetable gourmandise to your plates! 🛍️🥒