Hot Honey Pickled Carrots: A Sweet and Spicy Delight!
Hot Honey Pickled Carrots: A Sweet and Spicy Delight are the perfect way to brighten up your meals with their vibrant colors and bold flavors. This easy recipe combines crunchy carrots with a tantalizing blend of sweet honey, zesty apple cider vinegar, and a spicy kick from red pepper flakes. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a tangy side dish for dinner, or a flavorful topping for sandwiches and tacos, these pickled carrots deliver on all fronts. Plus, they can be made ahead of time, making them an ideal choice for meal prep or entertaining. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a delightful condiment that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 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 saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and garlic. Simmer over medium heat until the honey dissolves.
- Add carrot sticks and stir to coat them in the mixture.
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the carrots and pickling liquid to a jar or airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg