These easy Pickled Jalapenos are slightly sweet tame peppers perfect for snacking, sandwiches, burgers and adding to recipes. These tasty bites are made with seven ingredients in about fifteen minutes. If you love peppers but have a tendency to stray away from jalapenos because of the heat then this recipe is for you. A little bit of sugar really tames these jalapenos.
I love to add them to chili, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, nachos, omelettes and sandwiches. The possibilities are endless as they add so much depth and flavor to almost any savory dish.
How do you make Pickled Jalapeños?
Start by adding the water, vinegar, sugar, salt and garlic to a large saucepan over high heat. Next slice your jalapenos in thin rounds. Make sure you wear gloves and be careful not to touch your face. Discard the stem end of the jalapenos. Then dice the onion into bite size pieces.
Bring the mixture to a low boil and stir in your sliced jalapeños and onions. Then remove from the heat. Let sit for about ten to fifteen minutes. Using tongs remove the peppers from the pot and place in pint jars. Now ladle the pickling brine over the peppers. Let them cool before covering with the lids. Store the jars in the fridge.
Recipe notes and helpful tips
- Choose mild peppers that are uniformly green in color and free of striations or blemishes.
- When working with jalapenos wear gloves and do not touch your face. Wash up thoroughly after finishing.
- If you are a garlic fanatic increase the crushed cloves to 3-4.
- Other spices to experiment with include mustard seeds, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, or coriander.
- These pickled Pickled Jalapeno Peppers are not shelf-stable and they must be refrigerated.
- If you don’t have canning jars let the peppers and solution cool down in the pot. Then use an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Store in the fridge for up to two months.
What to serve them with
- Burgers
- Tacos
- Burritos
- Enchiladas
- Sandwiches
- Omelettes
- Quesadillas
- Chimichangas
- Casseroles
- Salads
- Dips
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Pickled Jalapenos Recipe
Delicious and easy Pickled Jalapeno Peppers that come together in less than fifteen minutes. These mild peppers are perfect for tacos, burgers, burritos, sandwiches and omelettes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings 1x
- Category: snacks
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup cider vinegar or white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 10 jalapenos thinly sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion diced bite size
Instructions
- In a large pot over high heat bring water, vinegar, sugar, salt and garlic to a boil.
- Add jalapenos and onions. Remove from heat and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Using tongs remove the peppers from the pot and place in pint jars. Ladle the pickling brine over the peppers. Let them cool before covering with the lids. Store the jars in the fridge.
Notes
- Choose mild peppers that are uniformly green in color and free of striations or blemishes.
- When working with jalapenos wear gloves and do not touch your face. Wash up thoroughly after finishing.
- If you are a garlic fanatic increase the crushed cloves to 3-4.
- These pickled peppers are not shelf stable and they must be refrigerated.
- If you don’t have canning jars let the peppers and solution cool down in the pot. Then use an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Store in the fridge for up to two months.
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Allyssa
I’m inloved this amazing recipe! Thanks a bunch for sharing this pickled jalapenos recipe! Fam really loves it as well!
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Kristyn
Love adding these on burgers!! I always keep some made in the fridge. They add so much flavor to everything!
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Krystle
These are just spicy enough. We love them on nachos!
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Julia
I had no idea these are so easy to make at home and of course they taste miles better than store bought!!
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Lily
These pickled jalapenos were amazing!! I prepared them and have been adding them to everything, they add so much flavor!!
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Kristyn
Love the flavor these bring to any meal!! I try to make some every month to keep in the fridge. They are totally worth making!
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veenaazmanov
I am drooling. Yum Yum Yum. I have to stock some in my Kitchen. Perfect as a Topping or in a Sandwich or salad spread too.
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Sandhya
This recipe is perfect! I have been buying jars of pickled jalapenos… Can’t wait to try it.
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Julie
These are so easy to make and are so versatile. A perfect condiment.
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maryanne
I have been adding these to my tacos – they are so flavorful! Thanks for the recipe!
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Biana
These pickled jalapenos look so good! Will be great on a sandwich or a taco.
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Allyson Reed Zea
I buy at least one jar of pickled jalapeños every week, because my husband eats them so often! I’ve never actually tried to make them myself, so now I’m going to because it will save a lot of money! Thank you for the easy to follow steps!
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April
Pickled jalapenos are so good! Sometimes I love just sneaking a couple right out of the jar.
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Kristyn
Enjoy these in any type of Mexican food!! They are super easy to make. Always have them on hand!
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Brandi
Hi Beth 🙂
How long will they last in the fridge? Can I leave out the onions? Thank you!
Beth Pierce
Hey Brandi! About 4 months and yes you certainly can leave out the onions.
Stephanie
Looks great and easy! I only have 4 jalapeños. How would I adjust the recipe?
Beth Pierce
I think I would halve the rest of the ingredients.
Jayne
Why can’t they be canned for shelf life?
Beth Pierce
You certainly can do that. But this recipe does not go into the whole canning process. If you are familiar with it then by all means go for it!
Sandra
I love that it is really easy! Thanks for the recipe!
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Sara Welch
Enjoyed these on my sandwich for lunch today, and it was the perfect touch! So easy to make, and great to have on hand for so many recipes!
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Toni
I would love to try this!! It looks really good and easy to do.
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Beti | easyweeknightrecipes
I have never tried pickled jalapenos. These look really good!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Beti! They are delicious!!
katerina @ diethood.com
I love everything pickled! Can’t wait to try this! Sounds SO good!
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Catalina
These are so perfect for my husband! He will thank you for this!
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Jen
Excited to add these to my morning omelettes! Just the bit of kick I crave in the morning to get me going. Thanks!
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