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Easy Tangy Pickled Banana Peppers Recipe for Homemade Vinegar Brine

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A quick and easy recipe for tangy pickled banana peppers that retain their crispness and bright flavor, perfect for snacking or adding to meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) fresh banana peppers, sliced into 1/4 inch rings
  • 2 cups (480 ml) distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher or pickling salt
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, peeled and slightly crushed
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or dill

Instructions

  1. Rinse banana peppers under cold water, remove stems, and slice into thin rings about 1/4 inch thick. Remove seeds if less heat is desired.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, garlic cloves, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and dried oregano or dill. Heat over medium until sugar and salt dissolve, about 5 minutes, without boiling vigorously.
  3. Using tongs or a fork, tightly pack the sliced banana peppers into a clean quart-sized glass jar, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.
  4. Pour the hot brine over the peppers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Tap the jar gently to release air bubbles and use parchment paper or a weight if needed to keep peppers submerged.
  5. Seal the jar with a lid and let it cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Then transfer the jar to the refrigerator.
  6. Let the peppers pickle for at least 24 hours for flavor development, best after 3-5 days. They will stay crisp and flavorful for up to 2 weeks refrigerated.

Notes

Use kosher or pickling salt to avoid additives. Keep peppers fully submerged in brine to prevent spoilage. Let peppers sit for 3-5 days for best flavor. Avoid boiling brine vigorously to keep peppers crisp. Variations include adding red pepper flakes for heat or swapping oregano for dill.

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