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Quick Pickled Jalapeños (Microwave Option)

For an extra dash of flavor on your tacos, nachos, and salads, add some pickled jalapeños! This quick pickled jalapeños recipe requires just 5 minutes of hands-on prep time and is a great way to level up your meals. And you can make them in the microwave if you're short on time!

Prep Time
10 mins
Rest
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 1 cup jalapeños
Calories: 20 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Core Ingredients
  • 1 cup hot water 236 mL
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp non-iodized salt
  • 1 cup white vinegar 236 mL
  • 10 to 15 jalapeños* sliced
Optional Flavorings
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Pinch cumin
  • Pinch oregano

Instructions

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  1. Liquid: Heat water in either a kettle, the microwave, or on the stove until steaming hot. Stir in sugar and salt until dissolved. Stir in vinegar.
  2. Jalapeños: Thinly slice the jalapeños (¼ to ⅛ inch thick), optionally removing the seeds for a less spicy pickle.
  3. Combine: Add your chosen optional flavors to a lidded non-reactive container (like a glass jar or ceramic vessel - I used a 16-oz mason jar), then top with jalapeños. Pour vinegar mixture over jalapeños so that they are covered (you may not need all of the liquid). Let cool to room temperature, then seal shut and transfer to the refrigerator. (Let pickle for at least 30 minutes before digging in.)

Notes

  • *Make it less spicy by removing the seeds from the jalapeños before pickling.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 weeks. Serve these pickled jalapeños on salads, nachos, and tacos!
  • Not tested for long-term canning storage. Be sure to follow best USDA canning practices if canning for long-term storage.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2Tbsp (⅛ recipe) Calories 20kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 0g (0%) Fat 0g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 800mg (33%) Potassium 0mg (0%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 0g (0%) Calcium 0mg (0%) Iron 0mg (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup jalapeños

Amount Per Serving

Calories 20

% Daily Value*

Serving 2Tbsp (⅛ recipe)
Calories 20kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 0g 0%
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 800mg 33%
Potassium 0mg 0%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 0g 0%
Calcium 0mg 0%
Iron 0mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.