Get ready to fall in love with these 10-minute pickled jalapeños! Crunchy, sweet, and salty, these homemade pickled jalapeños are perfect for jazzing up tacos, nachos, burgers, or enjoying on their own.
Homemade Pickled Jalapeños are super easy
You know how much I love making my own condiments at home, right? From quick-pickled onions to easy Indian mint sauce, the recipes have to be simple, straightforward, and as easy as possible. But, as always, deliciousness comes first!
I had been buying pickled jalapenos from stores for so many years, and I can tell you, these homemade ones maintain their crunch factor for a long time and are super delicious. They are so, so good.
These pickled jalapenos have been tried and tested and have received a 5-star rating from friends and family!
Pickled Jalapeños Ingredients
You will only need 6 ingredients and about 10 minutes to make these homemade pickled jalapeños. It's the best way to add flavours to dishes with minimum effort.
Jalapeno Peppers: I have used 8 peppers, but adjust the quantity based on their size.
Vinegar: I recommend using apple cider vinegar, but white wine vinegar is also a fantastic alternative.
Water: Add water to the pickling mixture to balance the flavours.
Sweetener: In this recipe, I'm using sugar, but you can also opt for maple syrup or honey, as in my pickled onions recipe.
Salt: Be sure to include salt for flavour. I recommend using 2 teaspoons of salt, but you can adjust the amount to your taste.
Optional Ingredient: For extra heat, consider adding 2 habanero chilies to the jars.
How to make Pickled Jalapeños step by step?
- Slice Jalapenos: To kickstart the pickling process, begin by slicing the jalapenos and filling the mason jars.
- Make a brine: Create a brine by combining water, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a pot. Heat it until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the pickling mixture: Pour the brine over the jarred peppers, seal the jars, and allow them to come to room temperature.
- For an extra layer of flavour, consider adding one clove of garlic to each jar or some spicy chilies. Personally, I like to include 2 habanero chilies in my jars as they deliver just the right spicy kick to the jalapeños.
- Store:Seal the jar and allow them to come to room temperature. Once cooled, store in the fridge until you are ready to use or up to 3 months.
Tips to make the Best Pickled Jalapenos Peppers
- Slice Uniformly: To ensure consistent flavour and texture, slice your jalapeno peppers into evenly thick rings.
- Choose Apple Cider Vinegar: Opt for apple cider vinegar instead of white wine vinegar to infuse your pickles with an extra layer of deliciousness.
- No Need to Boil: Unlike some pickling recipes, there's no need to boil the jalapenos before placing them in the jar. This preserves their natural crunch and freshness.
- Add Some Heat: If you crave extra spiciness, consider adding habanero or other fiery chilli peppers to the mason jars along with the jalapenos. This will impart an extra kick to your pickles.
- Flavour Variations: Get creative with your pickles by including additional flavour enhancers. Try tossing in a bay leaf, a few peppercorns, or some garlic to create unique taste variations.
How long do Pickled Jalapenos last?
Pickled jalapeños will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 months . It’s best to let them sit in the pickling mixture for a minimum of two hours before serving. They taste best a day or two after pickling.
When can I enjoy the pickled jalapenos?
You can start enjoying the jalapeños right away, but they taste best a day or two after pickling.
How to enjoy Pickled Jalapenos?
Enjoy homemade pickled jalapeños as a topping for nachos, burgers, tacos, or pizzas. They also pair wonderfully with sausages, cauliflower cheese, sandwiches, and more.
Can I pickle whole jalapeños peppers?
Yes, you can pickle whole jalapeño peppers. Simply poke a few holes with a fork or a sharp knife and pack them in a jar. They will keep longer than sliced jalapeños, but you will not be able to pack as many as the sliced ones.
Flavour variations
- Jalapenos: Instead of using solely green jalapenos, try a mix of different coloured ones for a vibrant twist.
- Vinegar Options: If you're out of apple cider vinegar, you can also use white vinegar. Keep in mind that these alternatives are less sweet than apple cider vinegar, so if you choose this path, consider adding an extra 2 teaspoons of sugar for balance.
- Spicy Kick: To crank up the heat, include a habanero pepper or bird's eye chili in the jar.
- Herb Infusion: Experiment with added depth of flavour by introducing fresh oregano, dried bay leaves, and black pepper to the mix.
More easy Condiments recipes
Easy Homemade Pickled Jalapenos recipe below
Ingredients
- 8 jalapeno peppers sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar or maple syrup
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 2 habanero chili peppers
Instructions
- Slice the jalapenos and place them into a mason jar.8 jalapeno peppers
- Prepare the pickling brine by combining water, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn off the heat. The sugar will dissolve in the hot liquid.1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar or maple syrup, 1½ teaspoon salt
- Pour the brine over the jarred peppers, seal the jars, and allow them to come to room temperature.8 jalapeno peppers, 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar or maple syrup, 1½ teaspoon salt
- For an extra spicy kick, add 2 sliced habanero chilies or bird's eye chilies to the jars. They deliver just the right amount of spiciness to the jalapeños.2 habanero chili peppers
- Seal the jar and let it come to room temperature. Once cooled, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
- Enjoy your homemade pickled jalapeños by using them as a zesty topping for your favorite dishes.
Notes
Flavour variations
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- Jalapenos: Instead of using solely green jalapenos, try a mix of different coloured ones for a vibrant twist.
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- Vinegar Options: If you're out of apple cider vinegar, you can also use white vinegar or rice vinegar. Keep in mind that these alternatives are less sweet than apple cider vinegar, so if you choose this path, consider adding an extra 2 teaspoons of sugar for balance.
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- Spicy Kick: To crank up the heat, include a habanero pepper or bird's eye chili in the jar.
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- Herb Infusion: Experiment with added depth of flavour by introducing fresh oregano, dried bay leaves, and black pepper to the mix.
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