Description
Discover the vibrant flavor of Easy Pickled Banana Peppers, a delightful addition to your meals that brings a zesty crunch to sandwiches, salads, and tacos. With just five simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe is ideal for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs. In just 20 minutes, you can create a tangy-sweet treat that enhances everything from family dinners to festive gatherings. Perfect for canning or refrigeration, these homemade pickles are not only delicious but also free from preservatives. Get ready to elevate your culinary creations with this quick and easy recipe!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups white vinegar
- 1 1/3 cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 lb banana peppers, seeded and sliced into rings
Instructions
- Boil the brine: In a large pot, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seed. Bring to a rolling boil while stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Prepare the peppers: Seed and slice banana peppers into rings. Pack them tightly into clean jars.
- Pour over brine: Carefully pour the hot brine over the packed peppers until they reach within half an inch from the top.
- Seal the jars: Wipe jar rims clean and secure lids tightly.
- Store: Refrigerate if consuming soon or process in a water bath canner for longer storage.
- Wait: Allow flavors to meld for at least one week before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 92
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg