How To Make Pickled Jalapenos

Love the idea of making your favorite green pepper pickles in just 60 seconds and want to learn how to make pickled jalapenos? Then you will love this instant pot pickled jalapenos recipe for sure.

A few days ago, I visited a local farmers market and found really fresh jalapenos in just 60 pennies per pound. I couldn’t resist but buy two pounds of fresh jalapeno peppers in just $1.20. After returning to home, I just stacked my refrigerator with this bag of fresh jalapenos and that’s it.

A week later, while browsing the refrigerator for some quick bites, I found these peppers again and this time, there were two almost-rotten peppers. My heart sank and I couldn’t feel worse than this. I started brainstorming how to use these jalapenos in just two to three days and decided to add them in curries, salads and dal soups.

Realizing my heat-intolerant family’s eating style, I came up with this idea to make instant pot pickles jalapenos that I can keep for weeks without spoiling them. And guess what, it turned out to be a great recipe and well under five minute including just 1 minute of cooking in instant pot.

How to make pickled jalapenos in Instant pot ?

To make instant pot pickled jalapenos, you will need these ingredients;

• Jalapeno pepper 10-15
• ½cup White vinegar
• ¼cup Apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup filtered water
• 1 tablespoon Pickling salt or sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon pickle crisp (optional)
• 1 tablespoon of dried onion flakes
• ¼ cup of sliced carrots
• ½ teaspoon of Mexican seasoning
• 4-6 whole garlic pods
• A pinch of sugar or sugar-free sweetener

Wash and cut the jalapenos:

• Wash the jalapenos and wipe them dry. Now cut them into ¼ inch thick slices. No need to remove the seeds, as we want little heat in our jalapenos.
• Peel the carrots and slice them into ¼ inch thick slices. (if not using carrots, skip this step)

Method-1 Instant pot Pressure cooking: (1-Minute Method)

• In the instant pot inner pot, add the jalapenos, carrots, spices, salt, and vinegar.
• Give a good stir.
• Cover and pressure cook in the instant pot for 1 minute. Release the valve for quick pressure release and open the instant pot lid.
• Allow the pickled jalapenos to cool down before transferring to a clean glass jar.
• Close the lid and store up to a month.

Method-2 How to make pickled jalapeno - Pickling (Standard Method)

• Clean your instant pot and sterilize your pickling jars(if canning).
• Put the instant pot in the sauté mode, and add all your spices and liquid.
• Bring the liquid to a boil. Add carrots followed by jalapenos and turn the instant pot off.
• Now remove the jalapenos and carrots from the brine and allow them to cool by transferring them into a pickling jar.
• Allow the brine to cool down to room temperature.
• Now fill the pickling jar with the brine and close the lid. Store in the fridge for 1-2 months.

Method-3: How to Make Pickled Jalapeno - Canning (No Cook)

• This is the hardest method to make pickling jalapenos in my opinion. However, I would still do it if I want to can my pickled jalapeno.
• Put the instant pot into the sauté mode, bring six cups of water to a boil, and sterilize all your pickling jars, lids, tongue, and funnel.
• Allow them to dry completely on a clean dish drying mat.
• Now prep jalapenos and carrots as mentioned above and put them in a big giant bowl. Add half of the salt and set aside.
• Now put the instant pot into the sauté mode again. This time add all the pickling liquids, remaining salt and spices. Bring the mixture to a boil.
• Switch off the instant pot and allow the brine to come down to the room temperature. Now use a clean spoon to transfer the jalapenos and carrots to each pickling jar. Don’t overfill the jars.
• Using the sterilized funnel, add the pickling liquid to each jar ensuring that the liquid is at least a half inch above the veggies. Close the lids tightly.
• Now bring six cups of water to a boil in the instant pot. Carefully by using a tongue, transfer all the pickling jars with veggies in brine to the boiling water.
• Keep them in the water bath for 12-15 minutes. (make sure the jars are covered by water inside the water bath).
• You will notice bulged lids at this point. But that’s totally normal. After 15-minutes, take them out carefully.
• Now allow the pickled jars to cool down and you will hear lids pop within 1 to 4 hours.
• After a few hours, check if all the lids are flat. This tells that each jar was tightened properly and canned as per the instruction.
• If you still see some bulged jar lids, then you may have to use that batch first or discard it. Because that one is not canned properly.
• Make sure to store all your pickled jalapeno jars in a cool area away from direct sunlight and in refrigerator after opening. The veggies will be ready for eating in a week's time.
• Each pickled and canned jar will last up to 2 months in refrigerator after opening.

Nutrition Info of Pickled Jalapeno

Per single serving, the pickled jalapenos are 20 calories only. Here is a nutritional information chart.

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FAQS - Mexican Pickled Jalapenos and Carrots

Is pickled jalapenos good for you?

Jalapenos are naturally rich in antioxidants, and pickling preserves its antioxidants. That’s why minimally processed pickled jalapenos are actually good for you.

How long do pickled jalapenos last?

If canned, the pickled jalapenos may last about 1 to 2 months. However, you have to refrigerate to glass jar after opening. To maximize the shelf life of the pickled jalapenos, it is highly recommended to refrigerate the pickled jalapenos after opening.

Does pickling jalapenos make them hotter?

Pickling reduces the jalapenos’ hotness and adds a more subtle yet tangier flavor. Thanks to the pickling brine, which helps to make the jalapenos taste tangier than hotter after pickling. However, some varieties of hot jalapenos may taste hot even after pickling.

What does pickled jalapenos taste like?

Pickled jalapenos are tangy, little hot and have a subtle jalapeno flavor. Depending on the additional flavorings in the pickling liquid or brine, the jalapenos may have hints of spices and garlic flavor.

How do you eat pickled jalapenos?

Pickled jalapenos and carrots are very popular in Mexican cuisine and often served with tacos, pico de gallo, and on the side.

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