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Quick refrigerator pickled carrots with a tangy, crunchy texture made without canning. Ready in as little as two hours and packed with vibrant flavor to enjoy as a snack or condiment.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch matchsticks
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dill seeds (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin (optional)
  • 1 sliced jalapeño (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel the carrots.
  2. Cut carrots into uniform matchsticks about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Place carrot matchsticks into a clean pint jar.
  4. Add optional flavorings (dill seeds, smashed garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano, cumin, or sliced jalapeño) to the jar if using.
  5. Combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt in a small saucepan.
  6. Heat mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar and salt dissolve completely; do not boil.
  7. Slowly pour the hot brine over carrots in the jar, fully submerging them and leaving about 1/2 inch headspace.
  8. Let the jar cool on the countertop for about 30 minutes.
  9. Seal the jar and refrigerate.
  10. Wait at least 2 hours before eating; flavor improves after 24 hours refrigerated.

Notes

For best flavor and texture, allow carrots to pickle for 24 hours in the fridge before consuming., Keep refrigerated to maintain crispness, and consume within 2-3 weeks for optimal freshness., Do not microwave or reheat pickled carrots; consume chilled to preserve crunchy texture., Uniform carrot size (about 1/4 inch) is crucial to maintaining crunch and proper brining., Avoid boiling the brine to preserve acidity and bacteria-fighting properties that maintain pickle crispness.

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