These small stem bulbs are excellent for pickling.
The Japanese use for ornament an alloy of gold and silver, the standard of which varies from 350 to 500, the colour of the precious metal being developed by " pickling " in a mixture of plum-juice, vinegar and copper sulphate.
The young fruits are used for pickling.
Pat hens dry with paper towels; brush off excess pickling spice.
Add pickling spices, salt, and onion to water and boil for 20 minutes.