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Spicy Mexican Quick Refrigerator Pickled Carrots

Overhead view of bright orange pickled carrots and sliced jalapeños submerged in brine inside a glass jar.
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Make crunchy, tangy pickled carrots fast with this easy refrigerator pickle recipe. These spicy carrots are perfect for topping tacos or adding zest to sandwiches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups carrots, thinly sliced or cut into spears
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1-2 small jalapeños, thinly sliced (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the carrots: Wash and slice your carrots thinly or cut them into spears. Pack the carrots tightly into a clean, pint-sized glass jar.
  2. Make the brine: In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt fully dissolve. Do not boil.
  3. Add flavorings: Remove the brine from the heat. Add the smashed garlic, peppercorns, oregano, and sliced jalapeños (if using) to the hot brine. Stir briefly.
  4. Pour the brine: Carefully pour the hot brine over the carrots in the jar, making sure the carrots are completely submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
  5. Cool and pickle: Let the jar cool on the counter for about 30 minutes. Once cool, seal the jar tightly and transfer it to the refrigerator.
  6. Wait for flavor: Allow the carrots to pickle in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for a quick pickle. For the best flavor, wait 24 hours. These are refrigerator pickles and must be kept cold.

Notes

  • For the crispiest pickled carrots, you can use a ratio of 1:1 water to vinegar, but some prefer a tangier flavor, so reduce the water slightly.
  • These homemade pickles keep well in the refrigerator for up to three weeks.
  • If you want a sweeter profile, increase the sugar in the brine by one teaspoon.
  • These are excellent as a healthy carrot snack right out of the jar.

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