Cornichons are small gherkin cucumbers pickled whole, and this Bodrum jar is the compact 330 g size with a red twist-off lid. The supplier's specification for the Bodrum cornichons range, which lists the 330 g jar alongside the larger sizes, gives the ingredients as gherkins (54%), tomato pepper, garlic, water, vinegar, salt and natural garlic flavouring, so pieces of red pepper and garlic sit in the jar together with the gherkins.
The small jar suits a household that does not get through pickles quickly, or anyone who wants one more flavour on the table. Serve the cornichons with grilled meat and kebab, next to a tost or an omelette, on a cheese plate, or on a meze plate with olives and ezme. Chopped small, they are also good in tuna salad, potato salad and sandwich fillings.
Store the unopened jar in a dry place away from heat. After opening, keep it refrigerated, make sure the gherkins stay covered by the brine, and use a clean fork each time.