Sweet and Spicy Pickled Pineapple Recipe
Sweet and spicy pickled pineapple is a wonderful tropical twist that combines sweet, tangy, and spicy in every bite.
This easy to make delicious treat of the mix of vinegar, lime juice and peppers plus the natural sweetness of the pineapple can be eaten as a wonderful snack. Plus delicious on tacos, added to pulled pork or grilled meat and chicken, added to a fish dish or as a pizza topping!
Bring it to the next pot-luck and surprise everyone with the unusual and wonderful tasting fruit dish.
The quick pickling process transforms the tropical fruit into a perfect condiment with some crunch and sweet, spicy, tangy flavors with just enough heat. The heat can be adjusted based on the type and amount of peppers.
Ingredients for Sweet and Spicy Pickled Pineapple Recipe
- 4 cups diced Pineapple (about 1 medium Pineapple)
- 1 1/2 cups White Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Pickling Salt
- 1 – 2 Jalapenos, sliced (the type and amount of hot peppers is up to preference for spice level)
Detailed Steps to Prepare Sweet and Spicy Pickled Pineapple Recipe
Peel, core and dice the pineapple.
Slice the jalapenos peppers about 1/4 inch thick. If you touch the inside of the jalapenos, wear gloves. This jalapeno corer works great!
Prepare the brine by adding the vinegar, lime juice, salt and sugar to a saucepan and heat until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Allow the brine to cool.
Layer the pineapple and jalapenos in a quart jar.
Pour cooled brine over the pineapple and jalapeno.
Add lid and store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy!
This sweet and spicy pickled pineapple recipe is so easy and delicious. Great to serve to guests or to take to a potluck as a tasty dish!
Also great to serve on tacos or with pulled pork. Wonderful with fish, chicken or beef, on the grill or in the oven.
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Sweet and Spicy Pickled Pineapple Recipe
Sweet and spicy pickled pineapple is a wonderful tropical twist that combines sweet, tangy, and spicy in every bite.
This easy to make delicious treat of the mix of vinegar, lime juice and peppers plus the natural sweetness of the pineapple can be eaten as a wonderful snack. Plus delicious on tacos, added to pulled pork or grilled meat and chicken, added to a fish dish or as a pizza topping!
Ingredients
- 4 cups diced Pineapple (about 1 medium Pineapple)
- 1 1/2 White Vinegar
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 Tbsp. Sugar
- 1 Tbsp. Pickling Salt
- 1 - 2 Sliced Jalapenos (the type and amount of hot peppers is up to preference for spice level)
Instructions
1. Peel, core and dice the pineapple
2. Slice the jalapeno peppers about 1/4 inch thick. If you touch the inside of the jalapenos, wear gloves. This jalapeno corer works great!
3. Prepare the brine by adding the vinegar, lime juice, salt and sugar to a saucepan and heat until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Allow the brine to cool.
4. Layer the pineapple and jalapenos in a quart jar.
5. Pour cooled brine over the pineapple and jalapeno.
6. Add lid and store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
