Description
Pickled Banana Peppers are a zesty, flavorful addition to your meals that bring a delightful crunch and tangy kick. These peppers are incredibly versatile, perfect for enhancing sandwiches, salads, or tacos with their vibrant flavor. Making pickled banana peppers at home is simple and rewarding, allowing you to customize the spice level to suit your taste. With a few essential ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a jar of these delicious pickles ready to impress family and friends. Their bright color and crisp texture not only add visual appeal to your dishes but also elevate the overall dining experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb banana peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup white vinegar (5% acidity) or apple cider vinegar (5% acidity)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tsp salt
- 3 tsp sugar
- 10–12 garlic cloves
- 3 tsp mustard seeds
- 2 tsp whole black pepper
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
Instructions
- Prepare spices by placing mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and coriander seeds in mason jars.
- In a saucepan, combine water, salt, and sugar; heat over medium until dissolved. Add vinegar and boil briefly before removing from heat.
- Pack the jars with sliced banana peppers, then layer in sliced garlic.
- Pour the hot brine over the peppers ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the jars with lids and allow them to cool completely before storing in a dark, cool place for optimal flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 8
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 178mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg