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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Pickling Brine
Method
Preparation of Peppers
- 1
Wash and Prepare the Peppers
Rinse the Fresno peppers under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Slice the Peppers
Using a sharp knife, slice the tops off the Fresno peppers and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds if you prefer less heat.
Making the Pickling Brine
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of white vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 4
Add Aromatics
Add 3 garlic cloves (smashed), 1 teaspoon of black peppercorns, and 2 bay leaves to the saucepan.
- 5
Heat the Brine
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Pickling Process
- 6
Add Peppers to Brine
Once the brine is boiling, carefully add the prepared Fresno pepper halves into the saucepan.
- 7
Simmer the Peppers
Reduce heat to low and let the peppers simmer in the brine for about 5 minutes until they are slightly softened.
- 8
- 9
Seal and Cool
Seal the jars with lids while the brine is still hot and let them cool to room temperature.
- 10
Refrigerate
Once cooled, place the jars in the refrigerator. The pickled Fresno peppers will be ready to enjoy after 24 hours but taste even better after a few days.