How to Make Pickled Jalapeños - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the tangy, spicy flavor of pickled jalapeños to liven up a meal. Whether you're topping off a plate of nachos, adding a kick to a sandwich, or mixing them into a homemade salsa, pickled jalapeños are a versatile and delicious addition to many dishes. Best of all, making your own pickled jalapeños at home is simple and satisfying. In this recipe, we'll show you how to preserve the heat and flavor of fresh jalapeños through the pickling process.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 pound jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 1 1/2 quarts

  • Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and garlic in a pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from the heat.
  • Stir jalapeño peppers into the pot. Let stand until slightly cooled, about 15 minutes.
  • Transfer jalapeño peppers to a large sterilized Mason jar. Pour in pickling liquid to cover. Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Seal the jar and refrigerate.
  • Nutrition

    5 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 146mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 1mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 21mg