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    Recipes » Condiments and Spices

    Pickled Banana Peppers

    Published: Sep 1, 2021 by Marissa Stevens · 13 Comments

    Gluten FreeVegetarian

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    Spooning Pickled Banana Peppers from a glass jar.

    You’ll want to pile these sweet and mildly spicy quick Pickled Banana Peppers on everything, when you’re not snacking on them straight out of the jar!

    Spooning pickled banana peppers out of a glass jar.

    You won't find an easier pickled banana peppers recipe - just 5 simple ingredients. They have a mild heat, but I'll warn you that they're boldly flavorful: tangy, salty and lightly sweetened with honey. I love them just as they are, but you have endless options for embellishment to make them your own.

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    • Ingredients You Need to Make Pickled Banana Peppers
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    • FAQ
    • More Quick Pickling Recipes to Try
    • How to Make Pickled Banana Peppers
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    Ingredients You Need to Make Pickled Banana Peppers

    Pickled Banana Peppers Ingredients on a white marble board.
    • Banana Peppers: (also called banana chilies and yellow wax peppers) Look for long, firm peppers with shiny, taut skin. When buying peppers, be sure you're not buying Hungarian wax peppers that have a similar appearance. 
    • White Vinegar: or apple cider vinegar
    • Water: ideally filtered water
    • Kosher Salt: or half the amount of fine sea salt or pickling salt
    • Honey: or white sugar (you'll want to use about 50% more to achieve the same sweetness)

    Quick pickling banana peppers is a great way to accentuate their gentle sweetness and preserve their crunch. It's as simple as pouring hot brine over crisp banana pepper rings that you've piled into a clean jar. They'll be ready to eat the very next day.

    Recipe Options

    Taste your hot brine to see if it needs adjusting, but note that the flavor will intensify as it cools.

    • Add spices to the brine, ½ to 1 teaspoon of one or more of these: coriander seed, mustard seed, celery seed or kick up the spice with some red pepper flakes or swap in some fresh hot peppers like jalapeño, serrano or habanero.
    • Toss in 1 or more garlic cloves.
    • Add more or less honey to taste or use sugar if you prefer.
    • Add more or less salt to taste.
    • If you prefer softer peppers, add them to the boiling brine for a minute or two before filling your jar(s).

    FAQ

    Are Pepperoncini and banana peppers the same thing?

    Though they are both in the chili pepper family and look similar, Pepperoncini and banana peppers are not the same. Both are on the lower side of the heat spectrum, compared to the fieriest peppers out there, like ghost peppers and habaneros. And both are considered sweet peppers, but pepperoncini are substantially spicier.

    How do I use Pickled Banana Peppers?

    Pickled banana peppers shine for their versatility and wide appeal, particularly for those who are not fond of hot peppers.

    They add flare and crunch to sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers and pizza, and you can stir them into soups, pastas and chili. They're also a great addition to cheese and meat boards and small plates tapas-style, including dry-cured meat, sausages, semi-hard cheese, and olives. 

    How long do homemade pickled banana peppers last? 

    Because these Pickled Banana Peppers aren't traditionally canned, plan to enjoy them within 1 month.

    More Quick Pickling Recipes to Try

    • Refrigerator Pickles
    • Pickled Beets
    • Pickled Asparagus
    • Pickled Radishes
    • Giardiniera

    How to Make Pickled Banana Peppers

    Slice banana peppers crosswise into thin rings, discarding stems, membrane and seeds. Pile into a sterilized quart jar (or 2 pint jars).

    Sliced raw Banana Peppers on a black cutting board.

    Bring brine ingredients to boil in a medium saucepan. Carefully pour hot brine over peppers, leaving ½-inch of space. Let cool, then refrigerate overnight.

    • Sliced raw Banana Peppers in a glass jar.
    • boiling brine
    • pouring hot brine over sliced banana peppers in jar.
    • Sliced raw Banana Peppers in a glass jar covered in brine.
    Spooning pickled banana peppers out of a glass jar.

    Pickled Banana Peppers

    Marissa Stevens
    Make these delicious pickled peppers in under 30 minutes. They'll be ready to enjoy the very next day!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Pickling Time 1 d
    Total Time 1 d 20 mins
    Course Condiment
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16 servings
    Calories 19 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound banana peppers
    • 2 ½ cups white vinegar
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
    • 1 tablespoon honey

    Instructions
     

    • Wearing gloves to protect your skin from irritation, slice off the stems of banana peppers and remove any large membrane with a paring knife. Cut peppers into thin rounds and divide between 2 sterilized pint jars or 1 quart jar.
    • In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt and honey; cook and stir over medium heat just until boiling. Remove from heat and carefully pour hot liquid over peppers, leaving ½-inch of space at the top. With the back of a spoon, press peppers down so they are below the liquid. Let cool to room temperature and then screw on the lid and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy as early as the next day and for up to 1 month.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 19kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 441mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 96IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 7mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword game day, gluten free
    Tried this recipe?I'd love to see it! Tag me on Instagram at @pinchandswirl or leave me a comment and rating below.

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    1. Marge says

      September 25, 2022 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      This is an excellent recipe! Simple and delicious. Everyone loved them! I added a little Turmeric to ingredients to enhance the color.

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 25, 2022 at 1:00 pm

        So glad you enjoyed these, Marge! Great idea to add a little turmeric.

        Reply
    2. Ben | Havocinthekitchen says

      September 04, 2021 at 1:48 pm

      I've never tried Banana Peppers as I always thought they were a super hot variety. I'm glad you shared this post and fixed my ignorance haha. I'll give them a try now - thanks for the inspiration.

      Reply
    3. John says

      September 03, 2021 at 1:40 pm

      Can you do this with jalapeño peppers?

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 03, 2021 at 1:49 pm

        Absolutely!

        Reply
    4. Katerina | Once a Foodie says

      September 03, 2021 at 6:26 am

      5 stars
      Oooh, these look brilliant, Marissa! My daughter goes crazy for anything pickled and I think she would be super happy to try these. Thanks for the inspiration!

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 07, 2021 at 1:19 pm

        My pleasure, Katerina! I hop you and your daughter will love these.

        Reply
    5. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

      September 02, 2021 at 9:12 pm

      5 stars
      Yum, Marissa! We put pickled banana peppers on all our sandwiches but I've never made my own! These peppers look awesome! I'm imagining them on a sub with some gooey mozza cheese and salami 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 07, 2021 at 1:20 pm

        That sandwich sounds perfect to me, Katherine! Thank you!

        Reply
    6. David @ Spiced says

      September 01, 2021 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      I love pickled banana peppers! They're great on salads, but we really love 'em on sandwiches with Italian meats and cheeses. We pickled a batch ourselves years ago, but I haven't grown banana peppers in the garden again since then...thanks for the inspiration for next year's garden!!

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 07, 2021 at 1:20 pm

        My pleasure, David!

        Reply
    7. angiesrecipes says

      September 01, 2021 at 5:22 am

      They look awesome and would be fantastic with some grilled burgers 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa Stevens says

        September 01, 2021 at 9:42 am

        Love the way you think, Angie!

        Reply

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