Pickled Carrots
Fermented & Pickled
Ingredients:
π₯ 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned or cut into thin sticks
π¦ 1 cup water
π« 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
π 1 tbsp maple syrup
π§ 1 tsp salt
πΆοΈ 1/2β1 tsp crushed red pepper (adjust to heat preference)
Features:
Raw
Meal Prep Friendly
Features:
Raw
Meal Prep Friendly
Nutrition:
*Nutrition info is an estimate and may vary with cooking methods and ingredients.
Instructions:
- Prep the carrots: Place julienned carrots into a clean pint-sized glass jar.
- Make the brine: In a small saucepan, combine water, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and red chili flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until salt dissolves (about 1β2 minutes).
- Pour and pickle: Carefully pour the hot brine over the carrots in the jar until theyβre fully submerged. Use a spoon to press down the carrots if needed.
- Cool & refrigerate: Let the jar cool to room temperature, then seal with a lid and refrigerate.
- Wait: Let it pickle for at least 1 hour before using, but flavors improve after 24 hours.
Serving Ideas:
- Add to grain bowls or wraps
- Use as a spicy-sweet taco topping
- Serve alongside hummus or vegan cheese boards
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Pickled Carrots
1 pint jar
10 min
1 hr min (best after 24 hours)
Ingredients:
π₯ 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned or cut into thin sticks
π¦ 1 cup water
π« 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
π 1 tbsp maple syrup
π§ 1 tsp salt
πΆοΈ 1/2β1 tsp crushed red pepper (adjust to heat preference)
Features:
Raw
Meal Prep Friendly
Instructions:
- Prep the carrots: Place julienned carrots into a clean pint-sized glass jar.
- Make the brine: In a small saucepan, combine water, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and red chili flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until salt dissolves (about 1β2 minutes).
- Pour and pickle: Carefully pour the hot brine over the carrots in the jar until theyβre fully submerged. Use a spoon to press down the carrots if needed.
- Cool & refrigerate: Let the jar cool to room temperature, then seal with a lid and refrigerate.
- Wait: Let it pickle for at least 1 hour before using, but flavors improve after 24 hours.
Serving Ideas:
- Add to grain bowls or wraps
- Use as a spicy-sweet taco topping
- Serve alongside hummus or vegan cheese boards
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