Description
A vibrant and tangy side dish that combines sweet honey with zesty heat, perfect for elevating any meal.
Ingredients
- Fresh Carrots
- Honey
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Red Pepper Flakes or Fresh Chili
- Salt
- Garlic
- Herbs (Optional: Thyme or Dill)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, then cut into julienne strips or rounds.
- In a saucepan, combine equal parts apple cider vinegar and honey, bring to a gentle simmer, add garlic and red pepper flakes, and stir until dissolved (about 5 minutes).
- Pour the brine over the prepared carrots in a clean glass jar, leaving some space for herbs if desired. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate. Allow the carrots to pickle for at least 24 hours, ideally 3-5 days for maximum flavor.
- Serve the pickled carrots alongside grilled meats, tacos, or enjoy as a standalone snack.
Notes
Make sure to sterilize jars to prevent unwanted bacteria. The longer the carrots marinate, the better the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pickled carrots, spicy pickles, honey pickles, side dish, easy recipes