Pikliz

Name: Pikliz
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Haitian
Ingredients: 8 habanero or Scotch bonnet peppers, whole; 2 cups green vegetables (cabbage, carrots, or green papaya), julienned; 4 shallots, sliced; 6 cloves garlic, smashed; 2 cups white vinegar; 2 tbsp salt; 2 tsp black peppercorns; 4 fresh thyme sprigs

A fiery Haitian condiment of spicy pickled vegetables in vinegar. This essential hot sauce accompanies grilled meats and rice dishes. Plan ahead: 7 days to develop flavor.

20 minEasyServes 1215 cal/serving

HaitianSauceNo-CookVeganGluten-Free

Ingredients

8 habanero or Scotch bonnet peppers, whole
2 cups green vegetables (cabbage, carrots, or green papaya), julienned
4 shallots, sliced
6 cloves garlic, smashed
2 cups white vinegar
2 tbsp salt
2 tsp black peppercorns
4 fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions

1

In a clean glass jar, layer the 8 whole habanero or Scotch bonnet peppers, 2 cups julienned green vegetables (cabbage, carrots, or green papaya), 4 sliced shallots, and 6 cloves smashed garlic.
2

Pour 2 cups white vinegar over the vegetables until completely covered.
3

Add 2 tbsp salt, 2 tsp black peppercorns, and 4 fresh thyme sprigs to the jar.
4

Seal the jar tightly and place in a cool, dark place.
5

Allow to ferment and develop flavor for at least 7 days before using. The longer it sits, the more flavorful it becomes.
6

Once opened, store in the refrigerator. Serve as a condiment by the spoonful with meals.

Questions

Can I make Pikliz ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerated in a sealed jar, it keeps four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Pikliz?

Yes. As written it serves 12. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. There is no cooking pitfall here; the quantities simply scale.

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