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Sweet and sour pickled red bell pepper strips served in a jar

Sweet and Sour Pickled Red Bell Pepper Strips

Pickling enhances the fresh, sweet flavor of red bell peppers, and the sweet and sour balance harmonizes perfectly. Vinegared pepper strips are often prepared in Mediterranean and Eastern European cuisines to be used in salads or sandwiches. The sweet and sour brine further enhances the pepper's natural sweetness, resulting in a crunchy and flavorful pickle. This recipe is an excellent addition to cold platters, cheeses, and meat dishes.

Prep Time 15 min
Preparation 5 min
Total 20 min
65 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 8
⭕ 500 g Red Bell Peppers
⭕ 500 ml Water
⭕ 200 ml Vinegar (10% acidity)
⭕ 15 g Salt
⭕ 70 g Sugar
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 2 Bay Leaves
⭕ 1 tbsp Mustard Seeds
⭕ 1 tsp Black Peppercorns
⭕ 2 Cloves

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Thoroughly wash the red bell peppers, then slice them into thin strips, removing the core and seeds.

    2

    In a large saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until all ingredients are completely dissolved.

    3

    Peel and halve the garlic cloves. Place the bay leaves, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and cloves at the bottom of a sterilized jar.

    4

    Pack the bell pepper strips into the jar, layering them with the spices and garlic.

    5

    Pour the hot sweet and sour brine into the jar, ensuring that it completely covers the bell peppers.

    6

    Allow the jar to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 48 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

    7

    Your sweet and sour pickled red bell pepper strips are ready! Enjoy them on their own, in salads, or as a topping for sandwiches.