I needed something to do with all the jalapenos I currently have bursting out of my garden. So I thought Why not pickle some? I had more older jalapenos that had turned red already so I thought it made it look more festive to mix them together.
The jalapenos will turn from the bright green color to that ugly green after they bathe in the vinegar mixture for a few days. The garlic is a nice accent to the flavor, but don't be afraid if it turns a hue of blue from the vinegar. Some of mine did and others didn't, it has something to do with enzymes being released, that reacts with the vinegar.
They will keep fine in the refrigerator for about 6 months that is if they last that long. I add them to my Beef and Bean Taco Cups , nachos, hot dogs, chili, burgers. I mean the list is endless really. My hubby just eats them right out of the jar. You definitely need to give these a try, you will be surprised at just how easy they really are to make.
Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños
Ingredients
- 20-30 Jalapeño Peppers Sliced
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan combine water, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil whisking until sugar and salt are dissolved about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, let cool 15 minutes.
- Slice jalapeños and add them to the jars ( I use 3-4 pint jars). Add the pickling juices to the jars, make sure you get some garlic cloves into each jar. Let cool to room temperature then add the id and place in the fridge.
- Store in the fridge for up to two months.
Yay Claudia, I'm so happy you loved them. 🙂
OMG these are so delicious! I made them last weed and waited for two days to taste them. Since then I've eaten them every day. I'm about to make another batch. They're that good and won't last long in my fridge!
I would wait at least a couple of days for everything to soak in. They get better with time 🙂
How long do j wait until I can eat them
I actually combined this recipe with another one, I did away with the sugar and put my jalapeno slices into the brine after it came to boil, brought back to boil, cut off the flame, wait 15 mins then put into jar, set aside till room temp with just a paper towel over the top so no flying fur, hair or dust can get into the jar. We'll see how well it turns out in a couple days. I think it'll be great.
Yes use white vinegar. It depends on what size jars you use. I usually use pint sized jars and get 3-4 jars out of it.
White vinegar right? And how many jars does this recipe make?
Yeah Sharon I think that would be fine 🙂
Do you think these would work if u just cut these jalapeños in half , longways? TIA
These Jalapenos, are wonderful. My husband really LOVES them and I do too. Not too spicy and you can use them in a lot of different recipes. It's a keeper!