Description
These hot honey pickled carrots deliver a sweet and spicy punch, elevating your culinary experience while offering health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium carrots, washed and peeled
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Carrots: Slice the carrots into sticks or rounds.
- Make the Pickling Brine: In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, honey, and salt; bring to a boil.
- Add Flavor: Remove from heat, stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, and let steep.
- Fill the Jar: Pack the carrots tightly in a jar and pour the brine over them.
- Cool and Store: Seal the jar, let it cool, and then refrigerate for at least 24 hours before consuming.
Notes
For a spicier version, consider adding fresh chili peppers. Ensure jars are well sterilized before use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pickled carrots, hot honey, side dish, healthy snacks, quick pickles
