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Spicy Pickled Carrots

Variation #2 w/Mexican Oregano

Category: Side Dish/Mexican
Yield: ∼1 pint
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 10 mins
My Rating:  5 star rating
Source: Fresh Approach Cooking
Ingredients:
• 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced on an angle
• 1 bunch radishes, washed and quartered
• 1-2 large jalapenos (more if you really like spicy), sliced into thick rounds
• 1 clove garlic, sliced thin
• 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
• 1 small white onion, halved & sliced
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
 carrots in a bowl
Method:
1. Toss together the carrots, radishes and jalapenos and fit into a large glass container (with a lid)
2. In a large sauce pan, combine the garlic, oregano, onion, vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Bring to a simmer for two minutes.
3. Carefully pour the vinegar mixture over the carrot mixture until it covers all the vegetables, and allow to cool on the counter top. (Leftover liquid should be discarded) When cool, cap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
Notes: Can be kept for up to two months.
Last reviewed and updated: 14 September, 2007 10:22
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