This Pickled Jalapeño recipe is a fast and easy condiment that you will love having in your refrigerator.
This post is sponsored by Mirum, but opinions expressed are my own.
My youngest and I are totally obsessed with Pickled Jalapeños. In fact, we go through so many jars because we love them on our tacos that much. She and I are often fighting for the last one at the bottom of the jar.
I’m so pumped to have this pickled jalapeño recipe for you (and her and I!) so that we can all have pickled jalapeños whenever our hearts desire.
While my heart desires pickled jalapeños, it does not desire heartburn. Jalapeños have a kick to them, and sometimes their heat flares up my occasional heartburn. If you also struggle with frequent heartburn, I recommend you try Omeprazole Orally Disintegrating Tablets (ODT).
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Pickled Jalapeño Ingredients
One of the best things about this recipe, besides how quickly it comes together, is how few ingredients you need. In addition to water, you need five ingredients.
- Jalapeños
- Vinegar
- Salt
- Sugar
- Garlic
That’s it! So easy to make this family favorite.
How to Make Pickled Jalapeños
These quick pickled jalapeños are perfect because how fast they are to make.
- Start by slicing your jalapeños thin.
- In a medium stock pot combine water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and the garlic cloves.
- Bring it to a roaring boil. Add the jalapeños, making sure they are covered by the water.
- Turn off the heat and cover for 15 minutes.
How Long Do Pickled Jalapeños Last
To be on the safe side, I would only keep these in the refrigerator for a month. While many resources suggest they will last longer, there are many factors that can shorten the time that they last – such as the purity of the vinegar.
When it comes to any homemade ingredients, always play it safe, and rely on your sense of taste and smell. If they smell off sooner than a month, discard them.
Spiciness
These are fairly spicy when eaten right after making them. If you would like to reduce the spice, use 2 tablespoons of sugar instead of one. Additionally, the longer they sit in the refrigerator the less spicy they become.
Great Ways to Use Pickled Jalapeños
I often use Pickled Jalapeños as an ingredient in recipes, not just as a condiment. Here are some of my favorites:
If you make this recipe or any of my other recipes, leave me a comment letting me know.
Pickled Jalapeños
Ingredients
- 5 medium to large jalapeños should equal about 3 cups sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar less if you want your jalapeños more spicy
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Bring the water, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar to a roaring boil.
- Add the sliced jalapeños and stir to combine. Remove from the heat and let sit for 15 minutes covered.
- Transfer to a mason jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Ruth Leather says
Would I be able to use banana peppers in this same recipe? Thank you!
I haven’t tried that Ruth, but it sounds delicious!
Stefanee Townsend says
I am so excited about my first batch of these wonderful Pickled Jalapenos! These are a perfect addition to the standard menus I rotate in my WW cycle. After #105 pounds down since 12/2018, adding something spicy and flavorful to my scrambled eggs with veggies breakfast this morning was a real thrill. The work was simple, easy to follow, and quick. Thanks for all of the work and ideas you share!
Patricia Morris says
To reduce the spiciness remove all of the seeds and pith.
Tara North says
Can these be canned?
I don’t have experience with canning, though, I’m sure these can be canned. I always refer people here: https://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html
Angela Adams says
Is there a way of jarring these and putting these up longer? If so, how?
I don’t have experience with canning, though, I’m sure these can be canned. I always refer people here: https://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html
Lucy says
Can fresh jalapeños be used instead of pickled please? Thank you. 💕
Hi Lucy, which recipe are you asking this about?
Sandy miller says
Can you can these? If they seal shouldn’t they last on a self for a longer period of time?
I don’t have enough experience with canning to give instructions on that. I always refer people here: https://nchfp.uga.edu/publications/publications_usda.html