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Marinated Garlic Jalapenos

Marinated Garlic Jalapenos

These marinated garlic jalapenos are tangy, crisp, and perfectly balanced with vinegar, garlic, and warm spices. They add a bold kick to tacos, sandwiches, bowls, and more, and taste even better after resting in the fridge.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 medium fresh jalapenos, about 400 grams, sliced into 0.5 cm rings
  • 6 garlic cloves, peeled and left whole or lightly smashed
  • 1 small carrot, about 80 grams, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup white vinegar, 240 ml
  • 1 cup water, 240 ml
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, 12 grams
  • 2 teaspoons salt, 10 grams
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, 3 grams
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 3 grams

Instructions

  1. Place a clean glass jar on the counter and prepare all ingredients.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, and black peppercorns. Stir well.
  3. Heat over medium heat until the mixture gently simmers, stirring until sugar and salt fully dissolve.
  4. Add sliced jalapenos, garlic cloves, and carrot slices into the glass jar, arranging evenly.
  5. Carefully pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are completely submerged.
  6. Allow the jar to cool to room temperature, then seal with the lid.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • For milder heat, remove some or all of the jalapeno seeds before slicing.
  • Always keep the vegetables fully submerged in the brine.
  • Flavor improves after 48 hours of refrigeration.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks and use a clean utensil each time.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 290 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: marinated garlic jalapenos, pickled jalapenos, spicy condiment, homemade jalapenos, refrigerator pickles