Classic Homemade Spicy Pickled Garlic
A simple, tangy, and spicy homemade pickled garlic recipe that adds bold flavor to many dishes, perfect for a healthy snack or condiment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 jar (approximately 2 cups) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon pickling salt or kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic by peeling all the fresh garlic cloves.
- In a small, non-reactive saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, salt, and sugar (if using). Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- While the brine is heating, pack a clean glass jar tightly with the peeled garlic cloves. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, and peppercorns.
- Carefully pour the hot brine over the garlic cloves in the jar, leaving about half an inch of space at the top.
- Seal the jar with a lid and let it cool completely on the counter.
- Once cool, transfer the jar to the refrigerator and let it marinate for at least 3-4 days before enjoying.
Notes
For best flavor, allow to marinate in the fridge for a few days. Store in the fridge for 2-3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 cloves
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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