Hot Honey Pickled Carrots
Hot Honey Pickled Carrots are an exciting way to elevate your meals with a burst of sweet and spicy flavor. These vibrant carrot sticks are not only visually appealing but also deliver a delightful crunch that pairs perfectly with salads, sandwiches, or as a stand-alone snack. Infused in a luscious honey and vinegar brine, these pickled carrots capture the essence of freshness while adding a zing to any dish. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, they are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Get ready to enjoy the perfect balance of sweet warmth and tangy goodness in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium carrots (about 1 pound), peeled and sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp honey (or hot honey)
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Peel and slice the carrots into sticks or rounds, aiming for uniform thickness.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine white vinegar, water, honey, garlic, salt, optional sugar, red pepper flakes, and black peppercorns. Stir until dissolved and heated.
- Pack the carrot slices into clean heatproof jars until three-quarters full.
- Pour the hot brine over the carrots until fully submerged.
- Allow cooling at room temperature for about 30 minutes before sealing jars.
- Store in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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