Hot Honey Pickled Carrots: A Sweet and Spicy Delight!
Hot Honey Pickled Carrots are a delightful combination of sweet and spicy flavors that can elevate any meal or serve as a satisfying snack. These vibrant pickles are incredibly easy to make, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. With their crunchy texture and zesty brine, they’re perfect as toppings for salads, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed on their own. Not only do they add a pop of color to your plate, but the balanced sweetness from honey and gentle heat from red pepper flakes make them family-friendly favorites. Prepare them ahead of time to let the flavors meld for an even more delicious treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 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 saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and garlic. Bring to a simmer.
- Add carrot sticks and stir gently until coated with the brine.
- Remove from heat and cool for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer carrots and brine to a jar or airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 235mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg