3 lbs. okra
3 c. water
1 c. white vinegar
1/2 c. pickling salt
2 cloves garlic, minced

Wash okra, pack whole fresh okra into clean, hot pint jars. Combine remaining ingredients (3 cups water, 1 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup pickling salt) in a pot. Bring to a boil. Slowly pour liquid into jars over okra, leaving about 1/2 inch from top.