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Quick Tangy Pickled Banana Peppers Recipe with Garlic and Apple Cider Vinegar

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A quick and easy recipe for tangy, crisp pickled banana peppers with garlic and apple cider vinegar, perfect for adding a flavorful crunch to sandwiches, salads, and grilled meats.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sliced banana peppers (about 8–10 medium peppers)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or sea salt
  • Optional: a few peppercorns or a pinch of red chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Rinse the banana peppers well under cold water. Slice into thin rings about ¼ inch thick, removing seeds if less heat is desired.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and optional spices. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar and salt dissolve, about 5 minutes. Avoid boiling vigorously.
  4. Using tongs or a fork, tightly pack the sliced banana peppers and garlic into clean glass jars, leaving about ½ inch headspace.
  5. Pour the hot brine over the peppers in the jars, covering completely but leaving ½ inch space at the top.
  6. Wipe jar rims clean and screw on lids tightly. Let jars cool to room temperature (about 1 hour), then refrigerate.
  7. Wait 2-3 days before serving for best flavor and crispness.

Notes

Use fresh, firm banana peppers and slice evenly for best crispness. Avoid overboiling the brine to preserve flavor. Refrigerate promptly after cooling to maintain crunch. Optional spices like peppercorns or chili flakes add complexity. Can substitute apple cider vinegar with white wine vinegar or white vinegar for different tang. Reduce salt for low-sodium version. Best served chilled or at room temperature. Pickles keep up to 3 weeks refrigerated.

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Keywords: pickled banana peppers, quick pickles, tangy pickles, garlic pickles, apple cider vinegar, easy pickling, refrigerator pickles

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