Hot Honey Pickled Carrots
Hot Honey Pickled Carrots are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that can elevate any meal. This quick and easy recipe transforms ordinary carrot sticks into vibrant, tangy treats infused with honey and a kick from red pepper flakes. Perfect as a crunchy snack, a flavorful salad topping, or a zesty addition to sandwiches, these pickled carrots are not only visually appealing but also nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the carrot sticks to the simmering mixture, stirring well to coat all pieces.
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the carrots and pickling liquid into a jar or airtight container, ensuring the carrots are submerged in the liquid.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving to allow flavors to develop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg