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Hot Honey Pickled Carrots

Sweet & Spicy Hot Honey Pickled Carrots for Every Meal

Discover Hot Honey Pickled Carrots, a sweet and spicy condiment that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickling Liquid
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar Can substitute with white or rice vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes Adjust based on preferred spiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Kosher or sea salt recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns Mixed peppercorns can be used for variety.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced. Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
For the Carrots
  • 4 cups carrot sticks Can substitute with cucumbers or bell peppers.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • clean glass jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Hot Honey Pickled Carrots
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and minced garlic. Heat until simmering and honey dissolves, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add carrot sticks to the simmering pickling liquid and cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly tender.
  3. Remove from heat and cool for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Transfer carrots and pickling liquid into a clean glass jar, ensuring carrots are fully submerged.
  5. Seal jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These pickled carrots are best enjoyed after 24 hours in the fridge. Ensure they stay submerged in the liquid for freshness.

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