Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños

No canning necessary! If you’re new to making pickles, here’s a good recipe to start!

This week I accidentally bought too many jalapeños. I seriously dislike wasting food, so in less than 15 minutes I had these Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños made and in the fridge!

And now that I’ve made them, and tasted them (SO good), I can think of a host of different ways to use them.

We love anything with Tex-Mex flavours, so I can’t wait to add them to these Halibut Tacos with Tequila Lime Marinade or this Fresh Burrito Bowl , these Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos, or even this easy Gluten-free Cheesy Herb Cornbread. More ideas? Add them to quesadillas, burgers, sandwiches, or even guacamole or salsa.

How do I make Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños?

These Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños are as easy as my Quick Refrigerator Pickled Beans!

1. Wash and sterilize Mason jars and lids by filling them with boiling water.
2. Remove the stems and tips of the jalapeños and slice into rings.
3. Fill the jars with the rings.
4. Combine the ingredients for the pickling liquid and bring to a boil.
5. Fill the jars, add a lid and store in the refrigerator.

These pickled jalapeños are piquant and tasty within a few hours! They have a subtle sweetness that you don’t get with raw jalapeños. They have ALL the heat that you’d expect from a jalapeño!

How long will these Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños last?

They will last for at least a month or more in a tightly sealed jar in your fridge.

These pickled jalapeños are a beautiful vivid green until you add the pickling liquid. Then they become the familiar olive green colour we’re used to seeing on our restaurant nachos.

Jalapeños vary in their heat level. Some are surprisingly hot. Remember to wash your hands very thoroughly in hot soapy water, dry them completely, and avoid touching your eyes, or nose!

New to making pickles?  Try these Quick Refrigerator Pickled Beans or Quick Pickled Shallots with Apple Cider Vinegar.

Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños

Course: Seasoning and Sauces

Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 1 16 oz. jar

Calories: 293kcal

Author: Flavour & Savour

This recipe for hot and spicy Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños makes pickles in a hurry! If you're new to making pickles, this recipe is a good one to start.

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Ingredients

• jalapeño peppers sliced, stems removed
• 2 cloves garlic peeled
• 1 cup distilled white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp kosher salt

Instructions

• Wash two 8 ounce or one 16 oz Mason jar and fill with boiling water to sterilize. Let stand, then drain and let dry.
• Wash peppers, remove stem ends and slice into rings.
• Fill the jars with the sliced jalapeños. Add a garlic clove to each jar.
• In a small sauce pan, combine vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil. Carefully pour over the jalapeños in the jars. Use the back of a small spoon to press the jalapeños down so they are completely covered. Cool before adding lids. Store in the refrigerator for several weeks.

Notes

Nutrition information is for the entire recipe (one 16 oz jar or two 8 oz. jars)

Nutrition

Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 13982mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 56g | Vitamin A: 21.3% | Vitamin C: 197.4% | Calcium: 4.2% | Iron: 6.4%

Kitchen Items I used to make Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños

8 oz. Mason jars

Pyrex measuring cup

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