Pickled Cherry Peppers Recipe

Transform ordinary cherry peppers into an extraordinary culinary experience! This recipe uses your homegrown bounty (or your grocer's finest) to create vibrant, flavorful pickled peppers perfect for adding a zing to Italian dishes, stuffing with cheese, topping sandwiches, or as a star ingredient in recipe #475541 (check it out!). We've discovered that red and yellow peppers offer a sweeter, milder kick, while green peppers provide a bolder, more intense bite. Learn how to easily pickle enough peppers from a single bush to last you all year long!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 122.5 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Pickled Cherry Peppers

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How to Make Pickled Cherry Peppers

  1. Wash 1 pound of cherry peppers thoroughly and remove stems.
  2. Combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), and 1 bay leaf in a saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
  4. Pack the clean cherry peppers tightly into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  5. Carefully pour the boiling brine over the peppers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave 1/2 inch of headspace.
  6. Remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the jars on the counter.
  7. Wipe the jar rims clean and seal tightly with lids.
  8. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust based on altitude – check a canning guide for specifics).
  9. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool completely. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' as the jars seal.
  10. Let the pickled peppers sit for at least 2 weeks before enjoying their peak flavor. They will keep in a cool, dark place for up to a year.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pickled Cherry Peppers?

Pickled Cherry Peppers takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pickled Cherry Peppers?

Pickled Cherry Peppers has approximately 122.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pickled Cherry Peppers?

The key ingredients for Pickled Cherry Peppers are Cherry Peppers, White Vinegar, Water, Sugar, Salt, Jar. See the full list with measurements above.

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