If you’re a fan of adding a spicy kick to your meals, this simple pickled jalapeno recipe is the best. They’re incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and a bit of time. Whether you’re topping off tacos, burgers, or nachos, or just want a zesty side snack, these pickled jalapeños offer the perfect blend of heat and tang. Plus, making them at home allows you to control the spice level and flavor exactly to your liking.
After being away for a week or so on returning to base, there lurking in the quadgrows outside was anoher batch of ripe Jalapenos.
You can see in the picture above that a few of the jalapeños have a crack like markings on them. Don’t worry these are perfectly normal and nothing to worry about.
The flesh nature of Jalapenos make them ideally for pickling and storing in cans/jars.
Simple Pickled Jalapeno Ingredients:
- 15 x Jalapeno peppers
- 3 x cups of white vinegar
- 3 x cups of water
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 2 x tablespoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
Pickled Jalapeno Method
- Wash and slice your jalapeno chillies into rings about 2-3mm wide and set aside.
- Place the water, vinegar, sugar and salt into a saucepan. Stir to disolve the salt/sugar while bringing to the boil.
- Add the sliced jalapenos and maintain a gentle boil
- After a few minutes turn off the heat and leave the peppers to steep in the liquid for 15 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
- Spoon the jalapenos into steralised jars then cover them in th epickling liquid before aloowing them to cool.
- Store the jars in a cool dark place.
- Once opened store in the fridge and consunme within 1 month.
That’s it! With just a handful of ingredients and a little effort, you’ve created a batch of deliciously spicy pickled jalapeños that are sure to elevate your favorite dishes. These zesty peppers can be stored in the fridge, ready to add a burst of flavor whenever you need it. Enjoy experimenting with different ways to use them, and don’t be surprised if you find yourself making another batch soon!
