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Quick Pickled Jalapeños
Quick Pickled Jalapeños are sliced fresh jalapeño peppers preserved in a seasoned brine of white vinegar, water, and a mix of whole spices including peppercorns, coriander, mustard seeds, clove, and cardamom. This pickling method infuses heat and tang while mellowing the fresh pepper's sharpness. The pickled jalapeños keep well refrigerated and bring a spicy, aromatic kick suitable for topping tacos, sandwiches, or salads.
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
16
(1 quart total)
Calories:
19 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound jalapeños washed
- 1 1/4 cups white vinegar
- 1 1/4 cups water filtered
- 1-2 Tbsp sugar optional
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tsp white peppercorns
- 1/2 tsp coriander seed
- 1/2 tsp yellow mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp clove whole
- 6 green cardamom pods crushed (don't lose the seeds!)
Instructions
- Wash and trim the stems from your peppers. Slice and put them into a clean quart sized jar. I add the seeds, too, but if you like things a little less spicy, you can leave them out.
- Mix the water, vinegar, sugar (if using) and spices in a bowl or large measuring cup with a spout. If you're using the sugar, be sure to stir until it has completely dissolved. Pour the liquid, and spices, over the peppers. Note: if the liquid doesn't completely cover the peppers, add more vinegar.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate.
- The peppers will keep refrigerated for 2 months.
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Notes
- Whole jalapeños may be pickled, but pierce them with a knife to allow brine penetration.
- You can simplify by using 2 tablespoons of pickling spice instead of individual spices.
- Try adding sliced red onions or carrots in the jar for variety.
- Red jalapeños may be used for a riper flavor.
- For shelf-stable pickles, process jars for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath following safe canning procedures.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.25 cup (4 Tbsp)
Calories
19kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
0.4g
(1%)
Fat
0.2g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.04g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.05g
(0%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
85mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
307IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
34mg
(38%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
0.3mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 (1 quart total)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 19
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25 cup (4 Tbsp) | |
| Calories | 19kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 85mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 307IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.