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Flavorful Spicy Pickled Banana Peppers Recipe Easy Sweet Brine Method

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A quick and easy recipe for spicy pickled banana peppers in a sweet brine that balances heat and sweetness perfectly. Ideal as a zesty condiment for sandwiches, salads, and more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh banana peppers, sliced into rings or strips
  • 1 cup white vinegar (240 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 g)
  • 1 tablespoon pickling or kosher salt
  • 3 large garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 large bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse banana peppers under cold water and slice into ¼ inch thick rings or strips. Remove seeds for less heat or keep them for extra kick. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Stir over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve completely, about 5 minutes. The liquid should be clear and steaming but not boiling vigorously.
  3. Add garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and bay leaf to the hot brine. Let steep on very low heat for 3 minutes to release flavors.
  4. Using tongs or a fork, pack the sliced banana peppers into clean glass jars, leaving about ½ inch of headspace at the top.
  5. Pour the hot sweet brine over the peppers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Tap jars gently to release trapped air bubbles and seal with lids.
  6. Let jars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Peppers taste good after 24 hours but improve after 3 days.

Notes

Do not boil the brine vigorously; a gentle simmer is best to dissolve sugar and infuse spices without losing vinegar’s acidity. Press peppers down in jars to remove air pockets. Refrigerate and consume within 3-4 weeks. Let peppers come to room temperature before serving for best flavor. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat level.

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