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Pickled Carrots

Zesty Pickled Carrots to Elevate Any Meal Experience

Quick and easy recipe for pickled carrots, perfect to elevate any dish with a crunchy, tangy flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pickling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup Water Plain water works perfectly!
  • 1 cup White Vinegar/Rice Vinegar Rice vinegar adds an Asian touch.
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Substitutions like agave or honey can alter flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Stick to regular salt for best results.
For the Carrots
  • 2-3 medium Carrots Fresh medium-sized for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust based on spice preference.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is always better than dried.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated, enhances flavor much more than powdered.
Flavor Variations
  • Herb Additions Experiment with fresh herbs like dill or cilantro.
  • Citrus Zest Add lime or orange zest for brightness.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Glass jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and peeling 2 to 3 medium-sized carrots. Cut them into thin julienne strips or desired shape to create bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of white or rice vinegar, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until dissolved.
  3. After removing from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Select a clean quart-sized glass jar. Spoon the julienned carrots into the jar, packing them tightly.
  5. Pour the hot brine over the packed carrots, ensuring they are completely submerged. Leave a small amount of space at the top.
  6. Seal the jar with its lid and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  7. Place the jar in the refrigerator and allow the carrots to pickle for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
  8. Once pickling time has passed, serve the carrots as topping for salads, tacos, or enjoy them straight from the jar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 170IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum taste, let the pickled carrots sit overnight before serving and use fresh, firm carrots for best results.

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