Olive Oil Marinated Red Pepper Pickles 🫒🌶️🧄✨
✨ Why This Recipe Works
A vibrant, savory Mediterranean preserve featuring tender red chili peppers marinated in premium extra virgin olive oil, whole garlic cloves, fresh rosemary, peppercorns, and mustard seeds.
Crafted with everyday pantry staples and perfected in Mery's home kitchen, this Olive Oil Marinated Red Pepper Pickles 🫒🌶️🧄✨ brings authentic comfort and vibrant flavors straight to your table. Every step has been carefully timed and measured so home cooks of any skill level can recreate foolproof, delicious results with ease.
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🥗 Ingredients (tap to check off)
- 12 small peppers small red chili peppers or sweet red mini peppers (stems intact, washed and thoroughly dried)
- 1.5 cups extra virgin olive oil (high quality, enough to submerge completely)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (peeled and halved lengthwise)
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary sprig
- 1 tsp whole black or mixed peppercorns
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep the Peppers
Wash the red peppers and pat them completely dry with a paper towel. Prick each pepper lightly 2 to 3 times with a fork or toothpick to allow the olive oil and aromatics to penetrate inside.
Layer the Aromatics
Place the sea salt, whole peppercorns, mustard seeds, and halved garlic cloves at the base of a clean, dry sterilized glass jar.
Pack & Arrange
Pack the red peppers tightly into the jar, sliding the fresh rosemary sprig vertically along the inside wall of the glass for a beautiful display.
Submerge in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Slowly pour extra virgin olive oil into the jar, ensuring the peppers, garlic, and herbs are fully submerged under the oil with no air pockets trapped inside.
Cure & Store
Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator to cure for at least 48 to 72 hours before serving, allowing the savory, garlicky, and peppery notes to meld harmoniously.
❄️ Storing & Reheating Leftovers
Refrigeration: Allow the dish to cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a small splash of water or olive oil, or in a 350°F (175°C) oven until thoroughly warmed. This preserves the delicate moisture without drying out the texture.
🍳 Recommended Kitchen Equipment
Kitchen Note: Having the right kitchen tools ensures foolproof results. We recommend items tested in our own home kitchen.
📊 Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving)
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