Winter Preparations: Increased Demand for Pickle Shopping

With the drop in temperature, preparations for winter in kitchens have accelerated. Citizens have started to head to the markets for pickles, which are an essential part of winter tables. With the arrival of autumn, an increase in interest in pickling vegetables has been observed in Malatya markets.

The preferred vegetables include cabbage, gherkin, cukes, carrot, and garlic. Cabbage, in particular, is one of the most preferred options due to its nutritional properties and refreshing effect in winter months. Additionally, fruit-type vegetables such as gherkin and cukes are also frequently used in pickling.

High prices have also been a factor that directs citizens towards pickling. The increase in prices in markets and bazaars has led to a rise in the preference for fresh vegetables in local markets, while simultaneously increasing demand from producers. This situation allows citizens to save money by making their own pickles.

Especially with the arrival of winter months, pickles are also known to be a natural source of probiotics. Furthermore, the various vegetables used in the preparation strengthen immunity and benefit the digestive system. For this reason, it continues to be an indispensable part of winter preparations.

The increase in interest in pickling vegetables in Malatya markets is of great importance both for its health benefits and for the place of traditional dishes in our culture. Despite economic fluctuations and rising costs, the fact that citizens do not give up on pickles shows that the traditional eating habits of the millennium continue.