Pickled Sauerkraut Stuffed Banana Peppers Recipe

A family favorite for years, these Pickled Sauerkraut Stuffed Banana Peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make recipe! The perfect tangy and spicy treat, these peppers are packed with flavor and will keep all year round. This recipe is adaptable to your preferred spice level – use mild banana peppers for a milder kick, or hot peppers for a fiery experience (wear gloves!). Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique and flavorful side dish or appetizer.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 242.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 2.3 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pickled Sauerkraut Stuffed Banana Peppers

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How to Make Pickled Sauerkraut Stuffed Banana Peppers

  1. Wash banana peppers thoroughly. If using hot peppers, wear gloves. Cut off the tops and carefully core out the peppers.
  2. Pack each pepper tightly with drained sauerkraut.
  3. Place stuffed peppers into clean, sterilized pint-sized mason jars.
  4. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and 2 cups vinegar. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  5. Preheat oven to 200°F (93°C). Place jars in a baking pan and pour boiling water into the pan, coming halfway up the sides of the jars.
  6. In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  7. Carefully pour the boiling water over the peppers in the jars. Let stand for 5 minutes, then pour off the water.
  8. To each jar, add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 tablespoon oil, 2 teaspoons pickling spice, and 1/4 teaspoon turmeric.
  9. Carefully pour the hot sugar and vinegar solution over the peppers, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
  10. Wipe the rims of the jars clean, and seal with lids and rings. Tighten fingertip tight.
  11. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. This ensures preservation.
  12. Remove jars from water bath, allow to cool completely. You should hear the jars “pop” as they seal.
  13. Let the jars stand at least one week before eating. Best served cold, but unopened jars can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 year.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

79 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

5g

Carbs

13g