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Pickled Jalapeños Recipe

Pickled Jalapeños Recipe
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Pickled Jalapeños are spicy, tangy, and crunchy slices of jalapeño peppers preserved in a flavorful brine made from vinegar, garlic, and spices. This easy-to-make condiment adds a zesty kick to sandwiches, tacos, salads, and more, and can be stored in the fridge for weeks to come.

Ingredients

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Pickling Ingredients

  • 8 jalapeños, sliced into thin rings (seeds included)
  • 5 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white wine vinegar (or any other white vinegar)
  • 1 tbsp whole peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar

Instructions

  1. Slice Jalapeños: Slice the jalapeños into thin rings without removing any of the seeds to maintain the heat and texture. The seeds add extra spice and crunch.
  2. Prepare Brine: In a medium pot, combine the water, white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and peppercorns. Bring this mixture to a boil to dissolve the salt and sugar and to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Fill Jars: Place the sliced jalapeños and chopped garlic cloves into one or two clean canning jars, packing them well but not too tightly.
  4. Pour Brine: Carefully pour the hot brine over the jalapeños and garlic in the jars, ensuring they are fully submerged to avoid spoilage.
  5. Marinate: Seal the jars and refrigerate them. Allow the jalapeños to marinate for at least 24 hours before consuming to let the flavors develop. The pickled jalapeños will taste even better after several days.

Notes

  • Use gloves when slicing jalapeños to protect your skin from the spicy oils.
  • For milder pickled jalapeños, remove some or all seeds before slicing.
  • You can substitute white wine vinegar with apple cider vinegar or distilled white vinegar, but avoid balsamic as it will darken the pickles and alter the flavor.
  • Pickled jalapeños can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
  • Try adding other spices like oregano or cumin seeds for additional flavor variations.

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