Legume Free Pickled Jalapeños
These tangy, garlicky pickled jalapeños are the kind of condiment that quietly becomes the most-reached-for jar in your fridge. The brine is a simple blend of white distilled vinegar, water, sugar, and salt, cooked just long enough to dissolve everything into a clean, balanced liquid that lets the heat of the peppers shine. Smashed garlic and whole black peppercorns add depth, while a pinch of dried oregano brings a subtle herbal note if you're feeling it. Store-bought pickled peppers often sneak in additives or preservatives that can be tricky to vet, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the jar. The whole process is straightforward — pack, pour, cool, and refrigerate — and you'll have lightly pickled slices ready in as little as 30 minutes, with the flavor deepening beautifully over a few hours. Pile them onto tacos, sandwiches, grain bowls, or eggs, and watch them disappear faster than you expected.
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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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