Pickled Jalapeños

Name: Pickled Jalapeños
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings; 2 cups white vinegar; 2 cups water; 2 tbsp kosher salt; 2 tsp granulated sugar; 4 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed; 1/2 tsp dried oregano

Quick-pickled jalapeño rings in a tangy brine of white vinegar, garlic, and a pinch of sugar that tame the heat while preserving the crunch. Plan ahead: let the jars cool and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating.

25 minEasyServes 1615 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings
2 cups white vinegar
2 cups water
2 tbsp kosher salt
2 tsp granulated sugar
4 garlic cloves, peeled, smashed
1/2 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

1

Wash and dry clean glass jars. Divide 4 peeled, smashed garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp dried oregano evenly among the jars.
2

Pack 1 lb sliced into rings fresh jalapeños tightly into the prepared jars.
3

Combine 2 cups white vinegar, 2 cups water, 2 tbsp kosher salt, and 2 tsp granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until salt and sugar fully dissolve.
4

Pour the hot brine over the jalapeños in the jars, making sure the rings are fully submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
5

Let the jars cool uncovered to room temperature, about 1 hour, then seal with lids and refrigerate.
6

Allow at least 24 hours before eating. The jalapeños will keep refrigerated for up to 6 weeks.

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Questions

How long does Pickled Jalapeños take?

As written, 25 minutes: 15 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (24 hours): "Allow at least 24 hours before eating." That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is Pickled Jalapeños spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Pickled Jalapeños comes from 1 lb fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeños, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Pickled Jalapeños keto-friendly?

A serving of Pickled Jalapeños carries 2 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

How many carbs are in Pickled Jalapeños?

One serving (the recipe makes 16) has 2 g of carbohydrate in about 15 calories, with 1 g protein and 1 g fat, plus 50 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I make Pickled Jalapeños ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Sugar and vinegar are preservatives: in a clean sealed jar, Pickled Jalapeños keeps two to three weeks refrigerated. There is no need to freeze it.

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