Description
This Pickled Peppers recipe is a simple and flavorful way to preserve chili peppers using a tangy vinegar-based brine infused with garlic and black peppercorns. Perfect for adding a spicy kick to sandwiches, salads, and appetizers, these pickled peppers are quick to prepare and can be refrigerated for long-lasting enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Peppers
- 3–4 cups chili peppers (any type, chopped or whole with poked holes)
Pickling Brine
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 3 tablespoons black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons pickling salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Peppers: Wash and thoroughly dry the chili peppers. Cut the larger peppers into small chunks, and for smaller peppers, leave them whole but poke holes to allow the brine to penetrate. Pack the prepared peppers tightly into a clean quart-sized jar.
- Make Pickling Brine: In a large pot, combine white vinegar, water, chopped garlic cloves, black peppercorns, pickling salt, and sugar. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Heat Brine: Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a quick boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, ensuring all the salt and sugar dissolve. Remove from heat and allow the brine to cool slightly.
- Assemble Jar: Carefully pour the warm brine over the packed peppers in the jar, making sure the peppers are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.
- Cool and Refrigerate: Let the jar cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator. Allow the flavors to meld for at least a few hours before serving. These pickled peppers will keep well refrigerated for several weeks.
Notes
- You can use any type of chili peppers, adjusting the spice level according to your preference.
- Make sure to poke holes in whole small peppers to ensure proper pickling.
- This recipe is great for quick pickling and does not require sterilization of jars for longer shelf life.
- Store the prepared pickled peppers in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 weeks for best flavor.
- Adjust sugar and salt amounts to taste depending on dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
