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easy pickled jalapenos in a small glass jar
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Easy Pickled Jalapenos

Easy pickled jalapeños are a quick homemade topping that adds the perfect tangy, spicy kick to all your favorite foods. Crisp, zesty, and packed with bold flavor, they’re perfect for finishing tacos, burgers, nachos, sandwiches, and more.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 1 quart
Calories: 184kcal

Ingredients

  • 8-10 jalapenos thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, sugar and salt. Bring to a gentle boil and stir to dissolve the sugar and salt.
    1 cup water, 1 cup white vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon salt
  • In a 1 quart canning jar, pack in the jalapenos and garlic, trying to mix them up slightly.
    8-10 jalapenos, 3 cloves garlic
  • Gently pour the vinegar mixture over the jalapenos and allow to cool to room temp.
  • Put the lid on and store in the fridge.

Notes

  • Make sure the jalapeños and garlic both stay submerged in the vinegar mixture.
  • These taste best after they have had a few days to sit in the brine.
  • Make sure to tightly seal the jar and refrigerate them after each use.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 6999mg | Potassium: 321mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 1208IU | Vitamin C: 136mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg