Recipe: Banana Pepper Rings 🌶️
Description: Spice up your pantry with these delicious homemade Banana Pepper Rings! Perfect for canning and sharing with friends and family.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) from 3 reviews
- Calories: 130.6 per serving
- Recipe Category: Quick & Easy (< 30 Mins)
- Keywords: Canning
Ingredients:
- 6-9 banana peppers
- 3 3/4 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon alum
- 1 quart vinegar
- 2 quarts water
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Place banana pepper rings tightly packed into quart jars. Add garlic cloves and divide alum evenly between the jars. |
| 2 | In a large pan, combine one quart of vinegar, two quarts of water, salt to taste, and 1/4 cup of sugar. |
| 3 | Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. |
| 4 | While the mixture is heating, prepare the flats by boiling them in water to sterilize. |
| 5 | Once the vinegar mixture is boiling, carefully pour it over the banana pepper rings in the jars, ensuring they are completely covered. |
| 6 | Immediately place the sterilized flats and rings onto the jars, sealing them tightly. |
| 7 | Allow the jars to cool completely, then check to ensure that they have properly sealed. |
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy these tangy and flavorful banana pepper rings on sandwiches, salads, or as a tasty addition to your favorite dishes. They also make a delightful homemade gift for friends and family who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals!
Chef’s Tips:
- For added flavor, consider experimenting with different types of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
- Ensure that the jars and lids are properly sterilized before filling them to prevent spoilage.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and salt according to your taste preferences.
- These banana pepper rings can be stored in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, store them in the refrigerator and consume within a few weeks for the best quality.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 130.6
- Fat Content: 0g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 26.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 16.8g
- Protein Content: 0.4g
Recipe Yield:
- Approximately 3 quarts of delicious homemade banana pepper rings!
Prepare this simple and flavorful recipe for canning your own banana pepper rings, and elevate your meals with a burst of spicy goodness that you can enjoy year-round!
