Lactose Free Pickled Jalapeños
These tangy, garlicky jalapeño rounds are the kind of condiment that quietly becomes the most-reached-for jar in your fridge. A simple brine of white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt does all the heavy lifting, delivering that perfect balance of heat, brightness, and just a hint of sweetness. Smashed garlic and whole black peppercorns add depth, while a pinch of dried oregano gives the finished product a subtle herby note that takes things up a notch. The whole process is naturally free of any dairy, so there's nothing to swap or substitute — every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like. After just 30 minutes in the fridge they're ready to pile onto tacos, sandwiches, grain bowls, or anything else that needs a little kick. The longer they sit, the more the flavors develop, so making a batch ahead of time is always a smart move. Store-bought pickled jalapeños often come with surprisingly long ingredient lists, and this homemade version keeps things clean, simple, and completely in your control.
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8 servings
- 6 medium jalapeños, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- ¾ cup white distilled vinegar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
- ½ tsp whole black peppercorns
- ½ tsp dried oregano (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the jalapeño slices, smashed garlic cloves, and 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 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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