If you're looking for a delicious and easy way to spice up your next meal, look no further than pickled cucumbers and jalapeños. These crunchy, tangy treats are the perfect addition to tacos, sandwiches, salads, and more. Plus, they're incredibly easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for weeks.
This article features two recipes for pickled cucumbers and jalapeños: a classic recipe and a spicy recipe. The classic recipe uses a simple vinegar brine to create a mild pickle that's perfect for those who don't like things too spicy. The spicy recipe adds some cayenne pepper to the brine, giving the pickles a nice kick.
Both recipes are easy to follow and require just a few simple ingredients. In addition to cucumbers and jalapeños, you'll need vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and some spices. Once you've gathered your ingredients, simply combine them in a jar and let them sit for a few weeks. The longer you let them sit, the more flavorful they'll become.
Once your pickles are ready, you can enjoy them as a snack, add them to your favorite recipes, or give them as gifts. They're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
REFRIGERATOR DILL PICKLES (NO-CANNING)
Refrigerator Dill Pickles with jalapenos, garlic, and fresh dill require no canning and make perfectly crisp, crunchy pickles. Pickling cucumbers at home is easy, anyone can do it. I promise you will enjoy the process, it is quite relaxing. Make spears, chips, and halves, and wait just one day to let the flavors build. Once you can't wait any longer, crack open a jar.
Provided by Lisa Hatfield
Categories Sauces, Marinades, & Condiments
Time 3h30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Each quart holds 32 ounces. Clean and sterilize your glass jars in the dishwasher.
- OR, in a pot of boiling water, sterilize for 10 minutes. Then sterlize the lids and rings in a pan of simmering water on the stove.
- Wash cucumbers and jalapenos in water with a splash of vinegar.
- Slice jalapeno into 1/4" slices and set aside.
- Lay cucumbers on a clean cutting board, slice cucumbers into spears, halves, or 1/2" round chips. You can even cut the chips using a crinkle cutter so they look like commercial pickles.
- Place cut cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle 1 tablespoon sea salt all over the cut cucumbers and toss gently. This helps draw out the water in the cucumbers to keep them crunchy.
- Don't rinse off the salt and let cucumbers rest while making pickling liquid. If you have time, let the cut cucumbers rest with salt on them for up to 3 hours so they are crisp and the flavor is better. (Even better if you leave them overnight salted in the fridge, but that is totally optional for 10-12 hours.)
- In a large pot, bring vinegar and 6 cups of water to a boil.
- Add 2 tablespoons salt, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, and whole peppercorns.
- Bring pickling liquid to a boil, stirring occasionally, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool till lukewarm.
- In each jar, place 2 peeled garlic cloves, 2 fresh dill pieces (or dry dill seeds), and 5-8 jalapeno slices.
- Divide the cucumbers between the jars, they should fit in tight.
- Pour the lukewarm brine into jars and cover the cucumbers completely, fill within 1/2" of jar rim. Use a clean funnel and ladle it into the jars.
- Let jars rest on the counter uncovered for an hour.
- Put lids and rings on jars and keep the pickles in the refrigerator.
- Wait 24 hours before eating the pickles for best flavor.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Sodium 1312 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
QUICK PICKLED CUCUMBER RECIPE
Crunchy, briny quick pickled cucumbers with garlic and dill. I like to add sliced green onions and some jalapenos, sliced or halved, for a little kick. These refrigerator pickles are easy to make and are ready to enjoy the next day. These pickles are savory and a bit more tangy, if you like your pickles on the sweet side, add sugar to the brine (see notes below).
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Condiment
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare the cucumbers. (Optional) Place the sliced cucumbers and some ice cubes in a colander in the sink for 20 minutes or so (this helps give them better crunch). Drain completely and pat dry.
- Make the Brine. In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, salt, mustard seed, coriander seed, peppercorn and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Pack cucumbers and vegetables in jars. Pack the cucumbers, green onions, jalapenos, garlic, and a few springs of dill in some wide-mouth jars (they should be packed tightly).
- Add the brine to the jars. Ladle the brine into the jars to cover the cucumbers (use the back of a spoon to push the cucumbers down to submerge). Give the jars a couple of taps to release any air bubbles and allow the cukes to settle.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate. Cover the jars tightly with their lids and refrigerate. For best results, allow the pickles a full night in the fridge before using, but you can enjoy them earlier if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Protein 1.2 g, Fat 1 g, Sodium 1095.1 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
REFRIGERATOR JALAPENO DILL PICKLES
I'm passionate about making pickles. My husband is passionate about eating them. He's too impatient to let them cure on the shelf, so I found this quick recipe to make him happy. Add hotter peppers if you like. -Annie Jensen, Roseau, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield about 4 dozen pickle spears.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut each cucumber lengthwise into 4 spears. In a very large bowl, combine cucumbers, onion, dill, jalapenos and garlic. In a large saucepan, combine water, vinegar, salt and sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir just until salt and sugar are dissolved. Pour over cucumber mixture; cool., Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
PICKLED CUCUMBERS AND JALAPENOS
Jalapenos range from mild to strong -- in either case, they make fantastic pickles.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield Makes 2 1/2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, toss cucumbers, jalapenos, onions, and salt. Cover; refrigerate 2 hours.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, celery seed, and turmeric, stirring to dissolve sugar.
- Rinse and drain cucumber mixture. Pour vinegar mixture over; let cool. Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 weeks.
JALAPENO BREAD & BUTTER PICKLES
Even the heat-shy will want to dip into these bread and butter pickles with a surprise flavor kick. Ay caramba, they are good!-Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h15m
Yield 7 pints.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large container, combine cucumbers, onions, jalapenos and salt. Cover with crushed ice and mix well. Let stand 3 hours. Drain; rinse and drain again., In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, vinegar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add cucumber mixture; return to a boil. Remove from heat., Carefully ladle hot mixture into seven hot pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 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.
JALAPENO PICKLE RELISH
Make and share this Jalapeno Pickle Relish recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Weeknight
Time 1h5m
Yield 7 pints give or take, 25-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine jalapenos, cukes, onions and the salt in a large glass bowl, cover with cold water and let stand for 2 hours-drain and press veg to remove excess water.
- Combine the sugar and vinegar in a large pot, tie the spices in cheesecloth and add to the liquid.
- Bring to a boil and simmer 15 minute.
- Add veg and simmer for 10 min-remove spice bag.
- Pack into clean hot jars and process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1135, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 43.7, Protein 0.4
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: Look for small, firm cucumbers that are deep green in color. Avoid any cucumbers that are yellow or have soft spots.
- Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will help you make clean cuts and prevent the cucumbers from bruising.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help them pickle more evenly.
- Use a variety of spices: Feel free to experiment with different spices to create your own unique pickle recipe. Some popular spices include dill, garlic, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes.
- Let the pickles ferment: This is what gives them their sour flavor. The longer you let them ferment, the sourer they will be.
- Store the pickles in the refrigerator: Pickles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Pickled cucumbers and jalapenos are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are perfect for picnics, potlucks, and parties. They can also be used as a condiment on sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you love.
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