JALAPEñO PICKLES

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These medium-spicy pickles, versions of which can be found throughout Mexico and Central America, make a perfect garnish for burgers, tacos or sandwiches, or they may be served with drinks. They are often made only with jalapeños, plus a little onion and carrot. Jalapeños vary in heat: Some are very spicy, some not. If you wish to make the pickles spicier, add a few serrano chiles, split lengthwise.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories easy, pickles

Time 30m

Yield About 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
3 teaspoons kosher salt
2 bay leaves
3 whole cloves
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
2 allspice berries
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
3 medium carrots, sliced at an angle, about 1/2-inch thick (about 2 cups)
6 large jalapeños, sliced crosswise, about 3/8-inch thick (about 3 cups)
1 small head garlic, broken into unpeeled pieces
1 large onion, cut in wedges or rings
1/2 medium cauliflower, cut into small florets (about 3 cups)
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

Put vinegar, 3 cups water and salt in a large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add bay leaves, cloves, coriander, allspice and red-pepper flakes, and bring to a simmer.
Add carrots, jalapeño, garlic, onion and cauliflower, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, leaving vegetables slightly firm. Turn off heat and add oregano. Let vegetables cool in cooking liquid to room temperature. They are ready to serve immediately, but gain flavor as they age. It's better if you can wait at least a day or two. Store with juices in sanitized jars or plastic containers, and refrigerate for up to 1 month.

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Khawar hasan

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These pickles are the best! They're the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad.

Bahram Said

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These pickles are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'm so glad I found this recipe!

C.k Regmi

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I love the flavor of these pickles. They're the perfect combination of spicy and sweet.

Shahanaj Akter

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These pickles are the best! I've tried other recipes, but this one is by far the best.

Raj Ghimire

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I've been making these pickles for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect addition to any picnic or potluck.

Thandie Cakata

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These pickles are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.

odey vincent

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I made these pickles for a party last weekend and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.

King fate

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These pickles are a great way to use up extra jalapeños. I always have a few extra jalapeños lying around and these pickles are the perfect way to use them up.