Jamaican Jardinière Pickles

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 5
Jamaican Jardinière Pickles packed with bold flavors
in Pickle

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 days

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs cauliflower , separated into small florets
4 medium carrots , cut into 3-by-1/2-inch sticks
1 large red bell pepper , cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips
12 scotch bonnet peppers or 12 habanero peppers , 6 halved
6 large garlic cloves , peeled
6 large fresh thyme sprigs
2 inches ginger , peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 quart white vinegar , plus more if needed
1/3 cup allspice berry , 1 tablespoon crushed
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup kosher salt
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorn , coarsely crushed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
98
Sugar
13g
Fat
0g
Jamaican Jardinière Pickles are a popular spicy and tangy pickled dish in Jamaica, made from a variety of vegetables and peppers. The name Jardinière refers to a French term for a type of cooking that features vegetables as the main ingredient. This Jamaican version of Jardinière Pickles uses bold flavors of scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, and allspice berry to enhance the natural sweetness of the vegetables. Traditionally served as a side dish or snack, these pickles are a great way to add some spice and variety to your meals.

Instructions

1.In a large sterilized jar, add the cauliflower, carrots, red bell pepper, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic cloves, thyme sprigs, and ginger slices in layers.
2.In a saucepan, bring the white vinegar, allspice berry, sugar, kosher salt, and black peppercorn to a boil. Stir well until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
3.Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the vegetables in the jar, making sure they are completely covered.
4.Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. The pickles will be ready to eat in 2 days, but will improve in flavor over time as they marinate.

PROS

The Jamaican Jardinière Pickles are a tasty addition to sandwiches, burgers, salads, or as a snack by themselves.

The bold and complex flavors make them stand out from regular pickles.

CONS

This recipe requires some preparation, and it takes a few days for the flavors to fully develop.

The scotch bonnet peppers or habanero peppers can be very spicy and may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is low in calories and fat, but high in fiber and vitamins A and C due to the use of cauliflower and carrots.
The ginger used in this recipe has anti-inflammatory properties and may help with digestion and nausea.

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