Name: Bread and Butter Jalapeño Pickles Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: PT-490857H1M33S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds fresh jalapeño peppers, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds; 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 cup white vinegar; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

Sweet and tangy Bread and Butter Jalapeño Pickles made with fresh jalapeños, tangy vinegars, and a blend of spices. These refrigerator pickles are quick to prepare, featuring a crunchy texture and perfect balance of sweetness and heat. Ideal as a zesty condiment for burgers, sandwiches, or charcuterie boards.

Ingredients

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Pickles

1 1/2 pounds fresh jalapeño peppers, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced

Brine

1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Vegetables: Place the sliced jalapeños and thinly sliced yellow onion in a large heatproof bowl or jar, ensuring an even layer for quick absorption of the brine.
Make the Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture reaches a boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar completely.
Combine and Submerge: Carefully pour the hot brine over the jalapeños and onions, making sure all vegetables are fully submerged in the liquid. This helps the flavors infuse thoroughly.
Cool and Refrigerate: Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature uncovered, then cover the container tightly. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to let the flavors develop and intensify.
Serve and Store: After chilling, the pickles are ready to enjoy. Store in the refrigerator and consume within 2 months for optimal freshness and flavor.

Notes

Wear gloves when slicing jalapeños to protect your hands from the capsaicin.
Pickles keep well refrigerated for up to two months.
These pickles add a great sweet-spicy kick to burgers, sandwiches, and charcuterie boards.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Pickling
Cuisine: American