Pickled Banana Peppers Recipe

David Dial | Spiced Blog

Making pickled banana peppers is so easy! You'll be putting them on everything from subs to tacos in no time!

Pickled Banana Peppers Photo

Subs. Heros. Poboys. Sandwiches. No matter the name, I love them all! I’ve always had a weakness for delicious sandwiches on fresh-baked bread with loads of toppings.

Ever since I can remember, I would always ask for extra banana peppers whenever I ordered sandwiches at a deli. And at home, I always kept a full jar of pickled banana peppers in the fridge. So it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that banana peppers were one of the first things I planted when I started planting my own backyard garden several years back.

Pickled Banana Peppers Picture

I’ve found banana peppers quite easy to grow (and I live in upstate New York where the growing season is significantly shorter than other places in the country). Throughout the latter half of every summer, I harvest loads of fresh banana peppers and then pickle them for delicious Fall and Winter sandwiches. Pickling peppers is incredibly quick and easy. In fact, the only downside is waiting a couple of weeks until the peppers are fully pickled!

Pickled Banana Peppers Image

Here are a couple of tips that I’ve picked up about Pickled Banana Peppers over the years:

  • Pickled Banana Peppers are a delicious topping on more than just sandwiches. Try eating them straight or adding them to pizza, pasta, salads, hamburgers, hotdogs, etc.
  • Any type of vinegar can be used when making Pickled Banana Peppers. However, white vinegar is the best option for preserving the color of your peppers. Other vinegars (cider, red wine, etc.) will alter the color of the peppers.
  • Banana peppers can be pickled whole, but you should cut several long slits in the peppers if you go this route. The slits will help the pepper become fully pickled.
  • Pickled Banana Peppers will last in the fridge for 2-3 months. If you are looking to keep the peppers longer, then try canning the jars.
  • Have fun with the spices. There is no hard and fast rule about the ingredients that go into the pickling mixture. The recipe below is a classic version that has become my go-to recipe, but you can easily adapt it to your tastes. For example, I happened to have pink peppercorns in my pantry, so I used those instead of black peppercorns this time. Throw in some dill seed or celery seed for a different flavor!
Pickled Banana Peppers Pic

We couldn't agree more that these pickled banana peppers are great on everything! Try them on sandwiches made from this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe or even David's BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe!

Planning a dinner party and need some inspiration?

How about looking for a new slow cooker dinner idea?

We’ve got you covered in our ever-growing Facebook group! If you’re not a member yet, why not?!

Facebook!

We’re chatting cooking techniques, dessert ideas, and everything in between. If you’re already a member, invite your friends to join us too!

Print
Save

Pickled Banana Peppers Recipe

  64 Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Banana Pepper, about 10-12 peppers
  • 4 cloves Garlic, sliced in half
  • 2 teaspoons Whole Black Peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • 1/2 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Yellow Mustard Seed
  • 1 1/2 cups Boiling Water
  • 1 1/2 cups White Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt, or pickling salt

Directions

  1. Wash the peppers, then cut off the tops and slice them into 1/2”-3/4” rings.  Remove some of the seeds and discard.
  2. Put peppers, garlic, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, sugar, and mustard seeds, in a quart-sized glass jar with an air-tight lid.  Set aside.
  3. Place water, vinegar, and salt in a medium saucepot and bring to a boil.
  4. Pour the hot liquid into the jar with the peppers.
  5. Stir gently and allow to cool before putting top on jar.  Let jar sit at room temperature for about 24 hours.
  6. Drain off any additional liquid at the top of the jar until the peppers are just barely covered.
  7. Store refrigerated for 2-3 weeks before eating.

Recommended

Published:
Modified:
Author:
Cooking Method:
Pickled
Category:
Peppers
Tags:
, , , , ,
Related Recipes:
Pepper Recipes, Pickled Recipes, Canning Recipes, Preserving Recipes, Condiment Recipes, Easy Recipes
Recipe Yields:
4 cups
Prep Time:
Total Time:
Related Post:
Published:
Author: David Dial
Recipe Yields: 4 cups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 tablespoon
Servings Per Recipe 64

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 0
Calories 4

% Daily Value*
0%
Total Fat 0g
0%
  Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Sodium 1mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g
0%
  Dietary Fiber 0g
  Sugars 0g
0%
Protein 0g

* Percent Daily Value are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrition Facts are estimated based on ingredients and data provided by Fat Secret. Please consult a doctor if you have special dietary needs.
David Dial

About David

David is bringing up the guy quotient here on Food Fanatic, representing all things Grilling in a big way. On his own site, Spiced, David covers every kind of culinary adventure.

Show Comments