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Recipe: Pickled Peppers 🌶️
Description: This recipe for Pickled Peppers from lovewithrecipes.com is a delightful way to preserve the vibrant flavors of fresh peppers. Tangy, slightly sweet, and with just the right amount of spice, these pickled peppers make a versatile addition to sandwiches, salads, or charcuterie boards.
- Cook Time: 18 hours and 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 18 hours
- Total Time: 36 hours and 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 pints
Ingredients:
- 3 green peppers
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 8 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 170.5
- Fat: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 18897.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.7g
- Fiber: 6.3g
- Sugar: 16g
- Protein: 3.1g
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Cut 2 slits in each green pepper and place them in a large ceramic or glass bowl.
- Repeat until all peppers are prepared.
- Pour salt over the peppers, then cover them with water. Allow them to stand for 18 hours.
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Draining and Rinsing:
- After 18 hours, drain the salt water from the peppers.
- Rinse the peppers thoroughly under cold water, then drain them again.
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Preparing the Pickling Solution:
- In a large stainless steel or enamel pot, combine the white vinegar, water, garlic cloves, and sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Once done, remove and discard the garlic cloves.
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Packing the Peppers:
- Pack the prepared peppers into clean, hot jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space from the top.
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Adding the Pickling Solution:
- Carefully pour the hot vinegar mixture over the packed peppers, ensuring each jar is filled and there’s a 1/4 inch headspace.
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Processing:
- Seal the jars tightly with lids and rings.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if you are below 1000 feet altitude.
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Cooling and Storing:
- Once processed, remove the jars from the water bath using jar lifters and place them on a clean towel to cool.
- As the jars cool, you may hear the lids “pop,” indicating a successful seal. If any jars do not seal properly, store them in the refrigerator and consume within a few weeks.
- Allow the sealed jars to cool completely at room temperature before storing them in a cool, dark place for up to one year.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy these pickled peppers on sandwiches, salads, pizzas, or as a zesty topping for grilled meats.
- Use the pickling liquid to add flavor to dressings, marinades, or cocktails.
Recipe Notes:
- Ensure all equipment and jars are properly sterilized before beginning the pickling process to prevent contamination and spoilage.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar according to your taste preference, keeping in mind that it will affect the final flavor of the pickled peppers.
- Experiment with different types of peppers for a variety of flavors and heat levels.
- Label each jar with the date of canning for easy reference.
- Remember to consult altitude adjustments for processing times if you live above 1000 feet.