These hot honey pickled carrots are sweet, spicy, tangy, and wonderfully crunchy. The combination of honey, vinegar, garlic, and chili creates an irresistible flavor that makes these carrots perfect as a snack, sandwich topping, or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 garlic cloves, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes, or more to taste
- ½ teaspoon mustard seeds, optional
- 1 small bay leaf
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme, optional
Step 1: Prepare the carrots
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