How to Make Quick-Pickled Spicy Asparagus - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus is a popular spring vegetable that is often enjoyed steamed, roasted, or grilled. However, if you're looking to try something different with this versatile vegetable, quick-pickling may be the perfect solution. Quick-pickling asparagus not only preserves its freshness and crunch, but it also adds a tangy and spicy kick that elevates the flavor to a whole new level. This Quick-Pickled Spicy Asparagus recipe is a simple and easy way to enjoy this delightful vegetable in a whole new wa...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound thick asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seed
  • ½ teaspoon pink peppercorns (Optional)
  • 1 ¾ cups distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 days 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 days 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Place trimmed asparagus in a quart-sized canning jar. Add garlic, pepper flakes, mustard seed, and peppercorns.
  • Combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Turn heat off.
  • Pour vinegar mixture over the asparagus. Screw on the lid and let sit until lid has sealed, about 1 hour.
  • Place in the refrigerator until pickled, at least 2 days.
  • Nutrition

    21 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 875mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 138mg