Can you believe these crunchy, tangy, and sweet pickled jalapenos are ready in under 10 minutes?! After trying this quick pickled jalapeno recipe, I promise you will never go back to jarred jalapenos again. This recipe seriously could not be easier and is well worth the time.
These jalapenos are so much better than canned and do not contain preservatives or artificial colors. The mixture of vinegar and salt act as a natural preservative (no canning needed) and help keep the jalapenos good in the fridge for up to two months. Although, I doubt they will last that long! a jar never lasts longer than a week around here.
This method also works well with any other type of chilis or even sliced pickles. I sometimes toss in some baby carrots or slices or bell peppers and they tastes so good too! You can also control the heat level but adding more or less sugar. I used 2 tablespoons and the jalapenos are still spicy but not too spicy and have a nice tangy/sweet flavor.
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Add big flavor to your meals with these easy homemade pickled jalapeños! With only 10 minutes hands on time, they add a tangy kick to tacos and chili.
Prep: 10min
Total: 10min
Yield: 1
Nutrition Facts: servingSize None, calories 5 calories, Sugar 0.8 g, Sodium 0.3 mg, Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
Ingredients:
- 5 to 6 medium jalapeño peppers
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
Instruction:
- Wash a wide-mouth pint mason jar and and its lid in hot soapy water. Then rinse and let air dry.
- Thinly slice the jalapeño peppers. Fill the jar with the slices.
- Peel the garlic cloves, leaving them whole. In a small saucepan, combine the garlic, vinegar, water, sugar, kosher salt, peppercorns and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and salt (this will take only a few minutes).
- Once boiling, pour the brine into the jar (including the bay leaf). Tap the jar on the counter to release any air bubbles. Discard any remaining brine, or top off the jar with extra water if any peppers are exposed at the top.
- Screw on the lid tightly and allow to cool to room temperature (about 1 hour). Eat immediately, or refrigerate until serving. Keeps up to 1 month refrigerated.
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Quick 10 Minute Pickled jalapeno
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I used 2 tablespoons sugar in the recipe for a spicy/mild flavor. For spicier jalapenos use 1 tablespoon sugar and for less spicy jalapenos use 3 tablespoons sugar. The more sugar you use, the more heat will be absorbed.
Total: 5min
Yield: 1
Ingredients:
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 7-8 jalapeno peppers (thinly sliced)
Instruction:
- Combine the vinegar, water, garlic, sugar, and salt in a medium pot and bring to a boil. Add jalapeno slices, stir, and remove from heat.
- Let sit for at least 8 minutes then use tongs to remove the jalapenos from the pot to a jar; cover with the brining liquid to fill the jar.
- Store in the fridge for up to two months.
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FAQ
What can I do with a lot of jalapeño peppers?
- Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Muffins.
- Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip.
- Easy Jalapeño Grilled Chicken.
- Tangy Cabbage and Jalapeño Slaw.
- Spicy-Cool Blood Orange-Jalapeño Margaritas.
- Jalapeño Popper Pierogies.
- Roasted Jalapeño & Lime Hummus.
- Stuffing Fritters with Cranberry-Jalapeño Sauce.
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