Ingredients
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- 1 pound fresh banana peppers
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
- Wash the banana peppers thoroughly. Remove the stems and slice them into rings or leave them whole.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, garlic powder, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds. Bring to a boil.
- Pack the banana peppers tightly into sterilized jars. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
- Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the peppers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the jars with sterilized lids and let cool. Store in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10