**Pickled Carrots: A Crunchy, Tangy Treat for Any Occasion**
From quick refrigerator pickles to traditional fermented varieties, pickled carrots offer a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. These vibrant orange roots are transformed into crisp, tangy treats that add a pop of color and a burst of flavor to salads, sandwiches, tacos, and more. Whether you prefer a simple vinegar-based pickle or a more complex brine with spices and herbs, there's a pickled carrot recipe to suit every taste. In this article, we'll explore a variety of pickling methods and provide step-by-step instructions for creating your own delicious pickled carrots at home. From classic dill pickles to spicy Korean carrots, these recipes offer a range of flavors and techniques to satisfy your pickle cravings. So grab some fresh carrots and get ready to embark on a pickling adventure!
PICKLED CARROTS
The trick to pickled carrots is cooking them just long enough to retain a harvest-fresh "snap." These tangy treats are terrific for perking up a buffet table or relish tray or serving alongside a hearty sandwich. -Cecilia Grondin, Grand Falls, New Brunswick
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add carrots. bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a bowl and set aside., In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, cinnamon, whole cloves and mustard seed. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Cool; pour over the carrots., Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Discard cloves and cinnamon. Serve carrots with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
PICKLED CARROTS AND JALAPENOS
Steps:
- Bring 1 1/2 cups white vinegar, 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon kosher salt to a simmer in a medium pot, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat and stir in 2 cups sliced carrots, 6 sliced jalapenos and 1/2 sliced red onion. Let sit 1 hour, stirring occasionally and pressing the vegetables down with a rubber spatula to submerge. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 3 hours.
TAQUERIA-STYLE SPICY PICKLED CARROTS
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
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 HOT PICKLED CARROTS
These are the hot carrots like you get in Mexican restaurants. They are positively addictive. I usually make a batch and share with a friend or neighbor. This recipe comes from a restaurant in San Diego called Alta Vista. It was owned and run by a woman named Mary Sargent. Her loyal customers were saddened when she closed her doors and retired, but at least we are able to make these delicious carrots.
Provided by dawnie2u
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 8 cups, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put carrots in a large 3 or 4-quart pot. Add warm water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Boil for 5 minutes and then remove from heat.
- To pot, add the peppers, onions, oregano, garlic, vinegar, bay leaves and salt.
- Let cool for 2-3 hours. Put in jars and place in refrigerator. These will keep for a week after opening jar.
- Can also be kept in airtight containers in refrigerator.
- Makes 8-9 cups.
VIETNAMESE PICKLED DAIKON RADISH AND CARROTS
This crispy Asian-style refrigerated pickle combination (do chua) is best known as an addition to banh mi sandwiches. You can also add cucumber and onions, if you like. This also works well with BBQ pork or as a rice side. They will keep for 4 weeks in the refrigerator.
Provided by bd.weld
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P1DT15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine water, vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Stir until salt and sugar have dissolved.
- Place carrots and daikon in a sterile jar. Pour vinegar mixture on top until vegetables are completely covered. Seal jar and refrigerate for at least 1 day, ideally 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 1415.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
PICKLED JALAPENOS AND CARROTS
When we lived in California, I loved pickled carrots when enjoying anything Mexican...these are so good!!!!
Provided by jcjeffers
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 1h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring the vinegar and sugar to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Cook and stir until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the jalapeno peppers, carrots, and onion. Remove from the heat and let stand for 1 hour. Cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 14.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
MOM'S PICKLED CARROTS
My mother is the only other person I've known to make this recipe. In fact, when I take it to a potluck or picnic, no one has ever heard of pickled carrots. But once they try them, they are hooked. -Robin Koble, Fairview, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place carrots in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain. Transfer to a large bowl. In another large saucepan, combine remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Pour mixture over carrots. Refrigerate, covered, overnight to allow flavors to blend., Transfer mixture to jars. Cover and refrigerate up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
TAQUERIA-STYLE PICKLED CARROTS FOR CANNING
Another version of the Mexican pickled vegetables, for canning. Make sure your vinegar is at least 5% acidity (it will say on the label). From The Tasting Table, adapted from a recipe by Kevin West's "Saving the Season".
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 pints
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small skillet set over medium-high heat, toast the cumin seeds, stirring often, until golden and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small plate to cool.
- Mix the vinegar, water, 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of the salt, the oregano and crushed peppercorns in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the onion and jalapenos and turn off the heat.
- Bring a large saucepan of water and the remaining 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil. Add the carrots and simmer until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain the carrots in a colander and immediately transfer them to the saucepan with the vinegar and onions. Bring the ingredients to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- Divide the toasted cumin seeds, garlic cloves and red chiles (if using) among 4 clean pint canning jars. Using a slotted spoon, divide the carrots and onions among the jars. Top with the hot vinegar solution, leaving ½ inch of head space at the top of the jar. Wipe jar rims with a clean, damp cloth and put on lids and rings. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 3709.7, Carbohydrate 34.7, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 15.9, Protein 3.7
QUICK-PICKLED CARROTS
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Mustard Side Low Fat Kid-Friendly Low Cal High Fiber Vinegar Carrot Spring Healthy Vegan Boil Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place carrots in a heatproof resealable container or jar. Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and 1/2 cup water in a small pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Immediately pour over carrots. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
PICKLED BABY CARROTS
With mild herb flavor and crunchy texture, these baby carrots make a delightful addition to an appetizer tray or a casual meal. Plan ahead because they need to chill for several hours. -Audrey Cremer, Harmony, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. , In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in carrots. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight, stirring several times. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
PICKLED SPICY CARROTS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Time P7D
Yield Makes 2 pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, 3/4 cup water, sugar, spices, and 2 tablespoons salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Fill clean containers tightly with carrots. Add boiling brine to cover completely. Let cool completely. Cover, label, and refrigerate at least 1 week before serving, or up to 3 months.
ORANGE-GINGER PICKLED BABY CARROTS
Crisp pickled vegetables go brilliantly with cocktails (or with sandwiches, a hunk of cheese, a juicy steak...the possibilities are endless). Fresh ginger and dried chiles give them a bracing boost and orange juice plays up their natural sweetness.
Provided by Lillian Chou
Categories Holiday 2018 Christmas Christmas Eve Winter Hors D'Oeuvre Carrot Pickles Citrus Ginger
Yield Makes about 2 qt
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blanch carrots in a nonreactive 4- to 5-qt heavy pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Transfer carrots to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain in a colander and transfer to a heatproof bowl
- Bring vinegar, orange zest and juice, chiles, ginger, sugar, and 1 1/2 tsp salt to a boil in same pot, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Pour over carrots and cool, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
- Chill carrots in pickling liquid in an airtight container, shaking container occasionally, at least 1 day.
PICKLED NAPA CABBAGE, CARROTS, AND SNOW PEAS
Categories Salad Vegetable Side Pea Carrot Cabbage Gourmet Fat Free Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring vinegar, sugar, ginger, salt, garlic, and cloves to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and let steep, uncovered, 30 minutes. Discard cloves.
- While pickling liquid steeps, blanch carrots in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water 30 seconds, then transfer with a large slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Lift out carrots with slotted spoon and drain in a colander. Transfer to paper towels and pat dry.
- Blanch snow peas in same pot of boiling water 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water, drain, and pat dry in same manner. Cut each snow pea lengthwise into 4 strips.
- Blanch cabbage in same pot of boiling water 5 seconds, then transfer to ice water, drain, and pat dry.
- Just before serving, toss vegetables with pickling liquid and chile in a large bowl.
PICKLED CARROTS WITH ONION AND GARLIC
Pretty, sweet and tangy with a nice touch of herbs and spices. My multi colored carrots were home grown with no pesticides so I didn't peel just scrubbed very good.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Onions
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 8 ounce jars, 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, water, sugar and salt in a large pot. Bring to boil then gently boil for 3 minutes.
- Add garlic, dill, peppercorns, carrots and onions and simmer till carrots are still crisp about 10 minutes.
- Place 2 teaspoons mustard seed and 1 teaspoon celery seed in the bottom of each clean, hot pint jar.
- Pack carrot mixture into sterilized 8-8 ounce jars. Leaving 1/2 - 1 inch head space. Remove air bubbles. wipe rim and place lids and rings on.
- Place in a hot water bath for 15 minutes 0-1000 ft.
- 20 minutes at1001-6000 ft or above 6000 ft for 25 minutes.
- Remove jars lifting the jars out of the water and let them cool on a wooden cutting board or a towel, without touching or bumping them in a draft-free place. Remove the rings and wipe rims. They do taste great now but wait a couple days and they`ll be so much better.
SPICY PICKLED CARROTS
These sweet and spicy pickled carrots are simple to make. The chef Pierre Thiam pairs them with black-eyed pea fritters, but they make a great condiment for just about everything.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories condiments, pickles, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 3 cups pickles
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large metal bowl, combine the carrots, peppers, onion, salt and fish sauce. Toss well to combine.
- Place the sugar and vinegars in a small pot and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring to dissolve. Once the mixture is at a rapid boil, pour it over the seasoned carrots. Let cool to room temperature before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 127, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 490 milligrams, Sugar 23 grams
REFRIGERATOR PICKLED CARROTS
A favorite recipe from my friend Kathleen. This is a quick and easy way to make a flavorful appetizer or a tasty side dish. I take them to office gatherings or serve as a side with a main meal. Everyone loves them. I don't like pickles, but I love these pickled carrots! You can substitute sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda® for the sugar.
Provided by Marilyn Woodard Thompson
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time 3h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook carrots in boiling water until tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes; drain.
- Stir sugar, vinegar, and cloves together in a saucepan; drop in cinnamon stick and bring mixture to a boil. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Transfer carrots to a bowl and pour syrup over carrots. Cover tightly; refrigerate until chilled and flavors have blended, 3 hours to overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 36.6 mg, Sugar 22.1 g
POTATO AND ONION TORTILLA WITH SPICY PICKLED CARROTS AND GRAPES
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring the vinegar and water to a boil, n a large saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the carrots, garlic, onion, bay leaf, peppercorns, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes. Add jalapenos and grapes, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover and refrigerate overnight in the pickling liquid.
- To cook tortilla, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and heat the oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Whisk together eggs and milk in a medium bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the egg mixture over browned potatoes and onions. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until tortilla is set around edges, about 3 minutes. Put the skillet in the oven and bake until the tortilla is cooked through and firm to the touch, about 5 minutes. Slice and serve with the pickled grapes and carrots.
MEXICAN PICKLED CARROTS (ESCABECHE)
Adapted from the Fresh Approach Cooking blog, I've added a couple of things to it. This is a refrigerated pickle, crisp, spicy, and addictive. It will keep a couple of months or longer in the fridge. The cooking time is the minimum refrigeration time for the pickle.
Provided by zeldaz51
Categories Vegetable
Time 3h20m
Yield 1 quart, approximately, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the sliced vegetables in a non-reactive container that has a tight-fitting lid.
- Combine remaining ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
- Pour the hot pickling liquid over the vegetables and allow to cool at room tenmperature. Discard any leftover liquid.
- When cool, cover and refrigerate the pickles for at least 3 hours.
TARRAGON PICKLED CARROTS
Tarragon and coriander infuse carrots with unexpected flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil; add salt. Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Quarter carrots lengthwise; cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Immediately transfer with tongs to the ice-water bath. Drain well; transfer to a large bowl.
- Bring 2 cups water, the vinegar, tarragon, coriander seeds, peppercorns, and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat; simmer 4 minutes. Pour brine over carrots; let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Transfer to airtight containers; refrigerate at least 1 week (pickles will keep 3 weeks more).
DIANE'S PICKLED DILL CARROTS
Diane has a been a friend of my mom's for 40 some years. She is a wonderful cook. This is her Pickled Dill Carrot recipe and I am posting it here so I don't lose it for next year.
Provided by KennKonn
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 1 Quart, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil together water, vinegar, and salt.
- In hot sterilized jars pack a head of clean washed dill and a couple cloves of garlic.
- Pack in carrots tight.
- Pour on brine till below lip of jar and over carrots.
- Put on clean hot lid and screw on lid.
- Process jars for 15 minutes in a water bath canner.
- One batch of brine will fill 1 quart of carrots. Can double or triple brine amounts to speed up process.
- Let sit in cool dry spot for about 2-3 weeks before sampling.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm carrots for pickling. Younger carrots tend to be sweeter with fewer woody parts.
- Use a variety of carrot colors for a visually appealing pickle. Orange carrots provide a sweet flavor, while purple and yellow carrots offer a slightly earthy taste.
- Slice the carrots thinly and evenly so that they pickle uniformly.
- Use a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid for storing the pickled carrots. This will help to prevent spoilage and maintain the quality of the pickles.
- Store the pickled carrots in a cool, dark place, such as a refrigerator or pantry. They will keep for several months.
- Taste the pickled carrots regularly and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more vinegar, sugar, or spices to achieve your desired flavor profile.
- Use pickled carrots as a garnish for sandwiches, salads, and other dishes. They can also be enjoyed as a snack or side dish.
Conclusion:
Pickled carrots are an easy and delicious way to preserve carrots and enjoy them year-round. With a variety of flavors and uses, pickled carrots are a versatile addition to any kitchen. Whether you prefer sweet, spicy, or tangy pickles, there is a recipe in this article that will suit your taste. So next time you have a surplus of carrots, try pickling them. You'll be glad you did!
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