Almond Free Gluten Free Pickled Jalapeños
Tangy, garlicky, and just the right amount of fiery, these quick pickled jalapeños are the kind of condiment that makes everything taste better — tacos, grain bowls, scrambled eggs, you name it. The brine comes together in minutes with pantry staples like distilled white vinegar, kosher salt, sugar, and garlic, so there's no complicated technique standing between you and a jar of something seriously good. Store-bought pickled peppers can be a gamble when it comes to hidden additives or shared production lines, but making your own means you know exactly what's in the jar. The smashed garlic and whole black peppercorns add a subtle depth to the brine, and the optional dried oregano gives it a faintly herby, almost Mexican-inspired note. After just 30 minutes in the fridge the slices are crisp and lightly tangy, but if you can wait overnight the flavor really blooms into something special. Keep a jar in the refrigerator and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly — it's one of those small-batch projects that quietly becomes a weekly habit.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
- 6 oz fresh jalapeños (about 4–5 medium), sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ¾ cup distilled white vinegar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- ½ tsp whole black peppercorns
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the jalapeño slices, smashed garlic cloves, and black peppercorns into a clean 1-pint mason jar, pressing them down so they sit below the jar's shoulder.
- 2
Combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!