Pickled foods are such a great way to add flavour to savory meals. I’m much more a fan of traditionally fermented foods for health benefits, but I also love to have the option of quick pickled foods as well. When you don’t have the time to ferment veggies, a quick pickle is the way to go. These healthy, quick pickle jalapenos and red onions are amazing on tacos, sandwiches, burgers, bowls, and much more!

 

I appreciate spice but I typically can’t handle even small quantities. If you’re weary of the spice in the pickled jalapenos, don’t be. I can’t eat a raw jalapeno, but the sugar in the bring cuts the spice way back, even with all of the seeds! In fact if you like a lot of spice, I suggest using less sugar. My partner who loves spice would have liked them to be more spicy. So adjust the sugar levels to your preference.

 

Quick Pickled Jalapenos

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups jalapeno peppers, sliced
• 1 medium garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp cane sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions:

1. Slice the jalapenos (don’t discard the seeds). I suggest using gloves when slicing.
2. Bring all of the ingredients to a boil in a medium pot. Cook for 10 minutes. The jalapenos will turn from a bright green to a more green/yellow colour.
3. Pour the entire contents of the pot into a jar and cool.
4. Once cool, refrigerate until serving.

 

Quick Pickled Red Onions

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp cane sugar
• 1 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Slice the red onions and place them in a medium sized jar.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients into a bowl and whisk until the sugar and salt have dissolved.
3. Pour the mixture into the jar with the onions and chill overnight. If you are in a rush, you can even let these sit on the counter for a few hours and serve, but this recipe tastes best when pickled overnight.

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