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    Home » Side Dishes

    Pickled Jalapeños

    Published: Sep 27, 2022 · Modified: Sep 5, 2023 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 2 Comments

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    Quick Pickled Jalapeños deserve a prime spot in your fridge because you’ll be reaching for them again and again. They add a spicy-briny kick to any dish you pair with from omelets to sandwiches, burgers, tacos, dals, and khichdi. These addictingly zesty quick pickles are ready to enjoy in just 30 min from the fridge!

    Pickled jalapenos in spoon over a glass jar
    Jump to:
    • Why We Love Quick Pickled Jalapenos
    • Ingredients for Pickled Jalapeños
    • How to make Homemade Pickled Jalapeños
    • Storing Pickled Jalapeños
    • How to Serve: Take these Dishes to the Next Level
    • More Quick Pickled Recipes
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Recipe

    This super quick-pickling process results in jalapeno slices that retain some freshness in flavor, color, and crunch while soaking up that delicious brine. That combination is unbeatable! Homemade quick pickles look and taste so impressive and yet couldn’t be easier to make. Slice jalapeños, place in a jar, and pour the brine over. Let contents come to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 30 min. And voilà the BEST PICKLED JALAPENOS you’ve ever had.

    The best time to make these Pickled jalapeños is–any time! But right now we love this super easy recipe as a way to enjoy the last of summer’s bounty from the garden or the farmer’s market. Fortunately, jalapenos are usually available year-round in the grocery store so you can make quick pickles whenever the craving hits.

    pickled jalapeños in a glass jar and a small white dish

    Why We Love Quick Pickled Jalapenos

    ✔️ Amazingly delicious spicy, briny flavor and tender, yet crunchy texture
    ✔️ Super-fast to make and ready to enjoy in 30 minutes from the fridge. You can pull these off last minute and take dinner to the next level
    ✔️ No traditional canning methods, special techniques, or equipment are required
    ✔️ Inexpensive to make and pantry items (vinegar and salt) last for a long time
    ✔️ Can be enjoyed in so many dishes from savory breakfast to lunch, snack, and dinner
    ✔️ Game-changer for toppings
    ✔️ The simple and clean recipe. We like knowing what's in our food and what isn’t–there are no additives or chemical preservatives
    ✔️ The added benefit of consuming vinegar as part of a healthy diet: vinegar is known to help regulate blood sugar and curb cravings

    Ingredients for Pickled Jalapeños

    • Jalapeños - Buy fresh jalapenos that are firm to touch
    • Vinegar - White vinegar brings out the beautiful magenta color of the onions but you can also use apple cider vinegar if you like
    • Sugar and Salt- I highly recommend using Kosher salt for pickling as does not contain iodine. It is pure salt without any chemicals or anti-caking ingredients. Sugar helps balance and enhance the tangy flavors.
    ingredients for pickled jalapeños

    How to make Homemade Pickled Jalapeños

    • Rinse and dry jalapeños. Slice.
    • Make the pickling brine by adding water, vinegar, sugar, and salt to a saucepan and heating it just until the sugar dissolves.
    • Add jalapeños to a glass jar and pour the brine over
    • Allow to cool down and then refrigerate
    step one through four showing how to make pickled jalapeños

    Storing Pickled Jalapeños

    Store the pickled jalapenos refrigerated in an airtight glass jar for 2 to 3 weeks.

    How to Serve: Take these Dishes to the Next Level

    • Indian Dishes: Keema Curry, Kheema Pulao, Mixed Lentils & Vegetables Khichdi
    • Chilis and Tacos -  Buffalo Chicken Chilli, Poblano Chicken Chili, Chicken Tinga Tacos, Roasted Cauliflower Tacos, Blackened Fish Tacos
    • Pasta: Masala Mac and Cheese, Taco Pasta
    • Burgers: Masala Chickpea Burgers, Spicy Salmon Burgers, Black Bean Sweet Potato Burgers, Chicken Masala Burgers
    • Wraps and Sandwiches: Spicy Tofu Wraps, Tandoori Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Pulled Butter Chicken Sandwich, Paneer Kathi Rolls, Chicken Kathi Rolls, or Bombay Sandwich
    pickled jalapeños in a glass jar and a small white dish

    More Quick Pickled Recipes

    • Pickled Pearl Onions
    • Pickled Red Onions
    • Pickled Carrots
    • Pickled Cauliflower

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are these pickled jalapenos fermented?

    No. The process is very different for fermented foods. The pickled veggies and vinegar offer other health benefits.

    Are Quick Pickled Jalapenos shelf-stable?

    No. These are not canned in the traditional process. They keep for two weeks in the fridge.

    White Vinegar vs Apple Cider Vinegar–can I use either one?

    We recommend choosing the vinegar listed in the recipe. White vinegar is sharper in flavor but helps preserve the color of the veggie pickle. Apple cider vinegar is milder and has a hint of sweetness in the background. It can darken the color of the vegetables being pickled.

    Why does the recipe call for Kosher salt instead of pickling salt?

    Kosher salt is a great salt for pickling. Both, pickling salt and kosher salt do not contain iodine. Kosher salt is pure salt. It is devoid of chemicals and anti-caking ingredients.

    Are pickled jalapenos hotter than fresh?

    Pickled jalapenos are less hotter than fresh as the vinegar helps tone down the spiciness of fresh jalapenos.

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    Pickled Jalapeño Recipe

    Quick and EASY 10 minute pickled jalapeños
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time10 minutes mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 5
    Calories: 18kcal
    Author: Archana Mundhe

    Equipment

    • Small Sauce Pan
    • Glass Jar
    • white vinegar

    Ingredients

    • 5 jalapeños 1 cup thinly sliced

    Brine

    • ½ cup white vinegar
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Taste salt and adjust if needed
    • 1 tablespoon sugar optional

    Instructions

    • Wash and dry the jalapenos. Slice thin and place in a glass jar.
    • Add the brine ingredients to a small saucepan and cook just until the sugar dissolves.
    • Pour the vinegar water over the sliced jalapenos.
    • Cool to room temperature. Then close and refrigerate the jar for atleast 30 minutes before serving.
    • Keep refrigerated in an airtight glass jar for 2 to 3 weeks.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.05mg
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    Author: Archana

    Hey there! I am a techie turned recipe developer, cooking instructor, and food blogger. I love food and enjoy developing easy and healthy recipes for busy lifestyles. I live in New Jersey with my husband and two sons.
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    1. BB says

      December 13, 2022 at 7:06 pm

      These are so delicious! I will never buy the mushy bottled pickled jalapenos from the store again. These are crunchy and so much better!5 stars

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      • Archana says

        December 13, 2022 at 10:28 pm

        Thank you!

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