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Zesty Garlic-Ginger Pickled Carrots

Zesty Garlic-Ginger Pickled Carrots for a Flavorful Crunch

Discover vibrant flavors with Zesty Garlic-Ginger Pickled Carrots, a quick and easy recipe that adds crunch to any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carrots
  • 4 medium Carrots Offers a satisfying crunch and natural sweetness.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Thinly sliced.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Thinly sliced, adjust based on preference.
For the Pickling Brine
  • 1 cup Rice Vinegar Acts as the acidic base.
  • 0.5 cup Water Balances out the vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Sea or kosher salt is best.
For the Heat and Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns Whole peppercorns recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds Optional for depth.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • glass jars
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash, peel, and cut the carrots into uniform sticks or rounds, about ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and optional red pepper flakes. Heat over medium until dissolved.
  3. While the brine cools, slice the garlic and ginger, packing them into sterilized jars with carrot sticks.
  4. Once the brine has cooled, pour it over the carrots in jars until fully submerged.
  5. Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours to develop flavors.
  6. Enjoy the pickled carrots as snacks, in salads, or on sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Jar preparation is crucial to prevent spoilage. Store pickled carrots submerged in brine for up to 2 weeks.

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