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Pickled Carrots

Zesty Pickled Carrots for a Crunchy Flavor Boost

Transform humble carrots into zesty pickled carrots, adding a crunchy flavor boost to your dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup Water Used to dilute vinegar and create the brine.
  • 1 cup White Vinegar Provides acidity; rice vinegar can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Balances tanginess; honey or agave can be substitutes.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Enhances flavor and helps with preservation.
For the Carrots
  • 2 cups Carrots Fresh and firm for best crunch.
Optional Flavor Boosters
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; adds aroma.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated; adds sharp flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • cutting board
  • Mandoline or sharp knife
  • glass jar

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Peel and julienne carrots into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Step 2: In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Heat and stir until dissolved.
  3. Step 3: Add optional garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, then steep for a minute.
  4. Step 4: Pack julienned carrots tightly into a clean glass jar.
  5. Step 5: Pour hot brine over carrots, ensuring they are submerged.
  6. Step 6: Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Step 7: Serve as a crunchy snack or topping for various dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose fresh, firm carrots and allow pickled carrots to chill overnight for best flavor. Consume within 2 weeks.

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