Crunchy Tangy Delight: Homemade Pickled Carrots Recipe
Pickled Carrots Recipe
Description: If you’re a carrot aficionado like me, you’ll adore this delightful recipe for Pickled Carrots! Straight from the kitchens of FORTY CARROTS in Memphis, Tennessee, this dish promises a burst of flavor in every bite. I haven’t tried it yet, but the anticipation alone has me salivating.
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 14
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 cups | cider vinegar |
| 1 1/2 cups | water |
| 1 cup | sugar |
| 2 | bay leaves |
| 1 | tablespoon dill seeds |
| 6 | black peppercorns |
| 3 cloves | garlic |
| 2 pounds | baby carrots |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 87.2
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 52.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.6g
- Fiber Content: 1.4g
- Sugar Content: 17.5g
- Protein Content: 0.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pickling Liquid: In a large saucepan, combine the cider vinegar, water, and sugar. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves, bringing it to a gentle boil.
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Infuse with Flavor: Add in the bay leaves, dill seeds, black peppercorns, and garlic cloves to the saucepan. Let the mixture come to a boil over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Simmer the Carrots: Once the liquid is infused with flavor, cover the saucepan, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for 6 to 8 minutes. This gentle simmering allows the carrots to absorb all the deliciousness of the pickling liquid.
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Pack the Jars: While the pickling liquid is simmering, pack the baby carrots into clean, sterilized jars. Make sure the carrots are snug but not overly packed.
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Pour in the Liquid: Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid into the jars, ensuring that the carrots are completely submerged. Leave a bit of headspace at the top of each jar to allow for expansion.
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Cap and Cool: Seal the jars tightly with their lids and allow them to cool at room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the jars to the refrigerator to chill.
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Serve and Enjoy: After chilling for a few hours or overnight, your pickled carrots will be ready to enjoy! Serve them as a crunchy and tangy snack, a zesty side dish, or as a flavorful addition to salads and sandwiches. The possibilities are endless!
Tips:
- For an extra kick of flavor, you can customize the pickling liquid by adding spices like red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, or ginger.
- These pickled carrots can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, allowing you to enjoy their crispness and tanginess over time.
- Don’t discard the leftover pickling liquid once the carrots are gone! Use it to pickle other vegetables like cucumbers, radishes, or even green beans for a variety of pickled treats.
With its vibrant colors, crisp texture, and tangy flavor, these Pickled Carrots are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whip up a batch today and delight your taste buds with every crunchy bite! 🥕✨
