Best 3 Mexican Style Pickled Vegetables Recipes

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**Discover the Vibrant Flavors of Mexican-Style Pickled Vegetables: A Culinary Journey into Tangy Delights**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Mexican-style pickled vegetables, a delightful symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Mexico. These pickled delights are a vibrant fusion of tangy, spicy, and savory notes, offering a refreshing and versatile accompaniment to your favorite dishes. Immerse yourself in the rich Mexican culinary tradition as we explore a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the diverse魅力 of pickled vegetables. From the classic escabeche, a harmonious blend of pickled vegetables bathed in a flavorful marinade, to the fiery and addictive jalapeño peppers, each recipe captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. Get ready to elevate your meals with these tangy treasures, adding a burst of color and flavor to every bite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ESCABECHE RECIPE (MEXICAN PICKLED VEGETABLES)



Escabeche Recipe (Mexican Pickled Vegetables) image

Homemade Escabeche (Mexican Pickled Vegetables) is a quick pickle recipe made with jalapeno peppers, carrot, and red onion.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Condiment

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small red onion (sliced thin)
2 medium carrots (sliced thin)
1 large jalapeno (sliced into thin rings)
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander ((or 3/4 teaspoon coriander seeds))
1/4 heaping teaspoon ground cumin ((or 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds))
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut the vegetables and place them in a pint sized mason jar (or two). Use more or less of any vegetable as desired.
  • If using whole seeds, toast them in a small pot over medium heat until fragrant, approximately 2 minutes.
  • Add the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to the pot (and add the ground spices here if using ground instead) and bring to a boil.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and pour the vinegar mixture into the jars over the vegetables. Let cool and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup (1/2 recipe), Calories 104 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 640 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 10 g

TAQUERIA-STYLE SPICY PICKLED CARROTS



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Zanahorias en escabeche are those delish tangy, spicy carrots served alongside your favorite dishes at taquerias. They are easy to make and delicious to add to take your tacos, tortas, or any Mexican dishes. This is not a canning recipe, so keep them in the fridge. Refrigerate them for up to 4 weeks.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled     Pickled Vegetable Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
¾ pound carrots
1 small yellow onion
6 medium fresh jalapenos
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 large bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, water, and sea salt together in a small saucepan. Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat, and simmer until salt is completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • Peel carrots and cut them into 1/2-inch diagonal slices. Cut onion into quarters. Cut each quarter into 3 strips. Cut stems off jalapenos and cut each jalapeno into 6 strips. Slightly crush each garlic clove.
  • Warm oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Add bay leaves, peppercorns, oregano, and cumin seeds. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add onion, jalapenos, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and fragrant but not soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Place vegetables in a 24-ounce wide-mouth canning jar. Pour in the cooled vinegar mixture until liquid reaches 1 inch from the top. Pour olive oil on top and secure the lid. Allow to cool to room temperature. The carrots are ready to serve after 1 hour but best after sitting for 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MEXICAN-STYLE PICKLED VEGETABLES



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Spicy chiles and sweet carrots make these pickled veggies a magnificent acidic accompaniment to top any taco.

Provided by Rick M.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h30m

Yield 1 Quart

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium red onion, halved through root end, thinly sliced
8 fresno chilies, stemmed, thinly sliced into rings
2 large carrots, peeled, cut into matchsticks (about 1 Â 1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon allspice berry
2 cups distilled white vinegar
1/3 cup sugar
4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
1 lemon, zest removed in wide strips
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed

Steps:

  • Pack onion, fresno and carrots into a 1-qt. heatproof jar or a nonreactive container. Toast peppercorn and allspice berries in a dry large saucepan over medium heat, tossing constantly, until just fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar, sugar, salt and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar and salt. Remove from heat and stir in bay leaf, oregano, lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic. Let cool slightly, then pour brine over onion, fresno and carrots to submerge. Seal jar and chill at least 3 hours before serving. The flavor will mellow as it sits.
  • Do Ahead: Vegetables can be pickled 3 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665.9, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 9447, Carbohydrate 145.8, Fiber 17.7, Sugar 99.8, Protein 12.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm vegetables for pickling.
  • Wash the vegetables thoroughly before pickling.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to create a colorful and flavorful pickle.
  • Be sure to use a clean glass jar or container for pickling.
  • Follow the recipe carefully, especially when it comes to the amount of vinegar and sugar used.
  • Allow the pickles to ferment for at least two weeks before eating.
  • Store the pickles in a cool, dark place.

Conclusion:

Mexican-style pickled vegetables are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for tacos, burritos, nachos, and other Mexican dishes. They can also be used as a condiment for sandwiches, salads, and grilled meats. No matter how you choose to enjoy them, Mexican-style pickled vegetables are a surefire way to add some extra flavor to your meal.

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