Chicken Free Gluten Free Pickled Jalapeños
These bright, tangy pickled jalapeños are the kind of condiment that quietly upgrades everything they touch — tacos, grain bowls, sandwiches, scrambled eggs, you name it. The brine is a simple mix of distilled white vinegar, water, sugar, and kosher salt, so every ingredient is completely transparent and naturally free of any poultry-derived additives or hidden proteins that can sneak into store-bought versions. Smashed garlic and whole black peppercorns add a savory depth, while a pinch of dried oregano gives the finished jar a subtle herby note that keeps things interesting. The process is genuinely low-effort — you dissolve the brine on the stovetop, pour it over the packed jalapeño slices, and let the refrigerator do the rest of the work. Even after just 30 minutes of chilling, the rounds are lightly pickled and still satisfyingly crisp, though an overnight rest rewards you with a deeper, more developed tang. Keep a jar in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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.
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