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Fermented Jalapenos

Easy Fermented Jalapenos made from fresh jalapenos in a salt brine for a spicy probiotic rich side dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Kitchen Basics, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 3kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups jalapenos sliced
  • 1 tbsp. salt
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  • Rinse jalapenos to remove any dirt.
  • Slice to your desired thickness. Be careful not to touch your face or eyes while slicing spicy peppers. Some people choose to wear gloves during this process.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, add water and salt. Stir to dissolve salt.
  • Once the water comes up to a simmer, remove from the heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
  • In a clean mason jar or other glass container, add sliced jalapenos.
  • Carefully pour salt water over top of the peppers and set at room temperature until cool.
  • Once cool, place fermentation weight on top, to ensure all peppers are completely submerged in the liquid. Cover very loosely with lid or a towel.
  • Allow to sit at room temperature for 2-5 days, until your desired tanginess is achieved. You can go longer, up to 1 ½ weeks, but check daily.
  • Once the peppers are to your liking, remove the weight, seal with lid, and place into the refrigerator where they will last several months.

Nutrition

Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 121IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.03mg