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Spicy Pickled Garlic

Spicy Pickled Garlic: Elevate Your Meals with Bold Flavor

This spicy pickled garlic recipe combines fresh garlic and red pepper flakes for a bold condiment that elevates any dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 days
Total Time 2 days 40 minutes
Servings: 10 cloves
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 5
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickling Brine
  • 10-12 cloves Fresh Garlic Peeled
  • 1 cup Vinegar White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Non-iodized Salt
  • 1-2 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes To taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Optional
For Storage
  • 1 jar Clean Jar Sterilized

Equipment

  • Sterilized Jar
  • medium-sized pot
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling 10-12 fresh garlic cloves, removing any damaged pieces. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Pack the peeled garlic cloves tightly into a sterilized clean jar.
  3. In a pot, mix together 1 cup of vinegar, 1 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of salt, and 1-2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes. Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once boiling, pour the hot brine over the packed garlic cloves in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  5. Seal the jar tightly with a clean lid and let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  6. After cooling, refrigerate the jar for at least 48 hours before enjoying.
  7. Your Spicy Pickled Garlic is now ready to be savored! Use it as a zesty topping or a bold snack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cloveCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gSodium: 140mgPotassium: 10mg

Notes

Let the garlic sit in the refrigerator for at least 48 hours to fully develop flavors. Store in a sealed jar for up to 3 months.

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