Phenomenal Phoods

Hot Pickled Carrots

Ingredients:

• 1 quart apple cider vinegar
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup dried oregano
• 1/4 cup cilantro/coriander seed
• 4 lbs carrots, sliced on a diagonal
• 1 large yellow onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jar sliced, pickled jalapenos*

Instructions:

1. Combine the vinegar, water, oregano and cilantro in a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the carrots and onion to the boiling mixture for 3 minutes.
3. Remove pot from heat and transfer everything to a large crock pot or other storage container.
4. Add the garlic and jalapenos. Stir everything together and let it sit for 24 hours to a week, depending on how spicy you like it.
5. When you have reached the desired level of spice, drain the liquid and transfer the carrots to a sealed jar. Store in a cool place or in the fridge for up to 3 months.