Description
Discover the joy of homemade pickled banana peppers, a tangy and vibrant condiment that can elevate your meals with minimal effort. This easy recipe combines fresh banana peppers with a flavorful brine infused with garlic, mustard seeds, and peppercorns. Whether added to sandwiches, tossed in salads, or enjoyed as a zesty snack, these pickled peppers are sure to impress at any gathering or casual meal. With just an hour of preparation time, you can create this versatile treat that not only delights the palate but also packs a nutritious punch.
Ingredients
- 1 lb banana peppers (sliced)
- 10–12 garlic cloves (sliced)
- 1 cup white vinegar (5% or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tsp salt
- 3 tsp sugar
- 3 tsp mustard seeds
- 2 tsp whole black pepper
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the jars by placing mustard seeds, peppercorns, and coriander seeds in each glass jar.
- In a saucepan, combine water, salt, and sugar over medium heat until dissolved. Add vinegar and bring to a boil for one minute before removing from heat.
- Fill jars with sliced banana peppers, packing them gently without overfilling.
- Distribute sliced garlic evenly among jars.
- Pour the hot marinade over the peppers in each jar, ensuring they are fully submerged while leaving about an inch of space at the top.
- Seal jars tightly and allow them to cool completely at room temperature before storing in a cool, dark place.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup or approximately 60g
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg