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Cornichons

Tiny gherkins in vinegar with tarragon, served with pâté and raclette

France Fermented & pickled Vegetarian

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Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

The standard French pickle for charcuterie boards, set apart from other gherkins by their size and tarragon.

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What is Cornichons?

Cornichons is a fermented & pickled from France: tiny gherkins in vinegar with tarragon, served with pâté and raclette. The standard French pickle for charcuterie boards, set apart from other gherkins by their size and tarragon.

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