pickled_fresno_chilies.md

Pickled Fresno Chilies

Required Special Equipment and Notes

• The ratio for this brine is 2.5% salt, 5% sugar (to vinegar)
• Source: Kenji

Ingredients

• 250g Fresno chilies, sliced thin or slit lengthwise
• 25g garlic, smashed
• 200ml distilled vinegar
• 5g salt
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 4 bay leaves
• 10g sugar

Prep

• slice chilies thin or slit in half lengthwise

Directions

1. Pack the Fresno chilies in a jar.

2. Heat remaining ingredients in a small saucepan until boiling.

3. Remove from heat and pour over the chilies.

4. Cover with a paper towel soaked in the brine. Let cool, then transfer to the refrigerator.