Description
These Sweet & Spicy Jalapeño Pickles are quick refrigerator pickles made with fresh jalapeños and onions in a tangy, lightly sweetened brine. With bold flavor and a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, they’re ideal for topping burgers, tacos, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, sliced paper thin
- 3/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place the sliced jalapeños and onions into a clean, heat-safe glass jar, packing them gently.
- In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, sugar, celery seed, mustard seeds, and salt. Stir well to distribute the spices.
- Bring the brine to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt dissolve (about 3–4 minutes).
- Carefully pour the hot brine over the jalapeños and onions in the jar, ensuring all vegetables are submerged.
- Let the jar sit uncovered at room temperature for 1 hour to cool.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. For best flavor, chill overnight.
Notes
- Remove jalapeño seeds for a milder pickle.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes or leave seeds intact for more heat.
- Include a garlic clove or a pinch of turmeric for deeper flavor.
- Substitute part of the sugar with honey for a floral sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
