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    Published: Apr 4, 2018 Updated: May 15, 2021 by Hilda Sterner | This post may contain affiliate links 22 Comments

    Spicy Mexican Pickled Carrots

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    These Spicy Mexican Pickled Carrots are so addicting and a family favorite! The recipe is easy to follow and only requires a few simple ingredients. Pickled Carrots go great with so many Mexican dishes, including Mexican Rice Bowls, Enchiladas, and Chicken Fajitas.

    pickled Mexican carrots

    Why This Recipe Works

    Mexican pickled carrots are a favorite in our family, so I always make sure our fridge is stocked with a jar or two.

    This recipe is amazing and will yield pickled carrots that are very flavorful and truly addicting.

    My favorite pickled carrots have to be spicy, with a little crunch. However, if you're like my daughter, who prefers the softer texture, just cook the carrots a little longer.

    Sometimes I share recipes that are quite complicated. Those tend to be my Assyrian recipes. I often wonder how many people actually take the time to tackle those recipes.

    Then there are times when I share very easy recipes; recipes that even a beginner can master. This, my friend, is one of those recipes.

    Can you boil water? Can you slice carrots and onions? If your answer is "yes," great news! You have what it takes to make Mexican Pickled Carrots!

    What Goes Into This Recipe

    pickled carrots ingredients

    Recipe Ingredient Notes

    • Carrots — I prefer to use regular-sized Carrots, however, I have used baby carrots in the past. If you need to use baby carrots, you can.
    • Fresh Thyme — Fresh thyme gives these Mexican pickled carrots an amazing taste. If you have to, you can substitute 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves.
    • Peppers — The peppers you use is totally up to you and how spicy you want the carrots to be. For example, my husband LOVES spicy pickles so I use habanero peppers when I make him pickled carrots. Serranos and jalapenos are both excellent choices. If you have dried chilis, you can use them as well.
    • Vinegar — I've tried this recipe with apple cider vinegar and distilled vinegar. Either will work.

    How to Make This Recipe

    STEP 1: Slice carrots, onions, peppers, and garlic, and add to a medium-sized pot, along with the herbs.

    carrots, sliced onions, and spices

    STEP 2: Mix in the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.

    sliced carrots, onions, and herbs in a pot of liquid
    Mexican pickled carrots

    STEP 3: Remove the pot from the stove and allow to cool slightly.

    pot of pickled carrots

    STEP 4: Pour the mixture into one quart sterilized jar and seal.

    jars of mexican pickled carrots

    The carrots will be ready to eat in three days. Serve with your favorite Mexican meal, or do what I do, and eat them straight out of the jar!

    Tools Required for Pickling

    Although you don't really NEED specific tools to make these pickled carrots, there are a few items that can make your job a bit easier.

    First, you need a medium-sized pot, most of you should already have one in your kitchen. If you don't, I recommend this one.

    Next, think about getting some canning tools. I use mine ALL the time. The funnel comes in very handy in this recipe, and the tools are necessary when canning jam and preserves.

    Finally, you'll need a mason jar to pack the carrots into. You should probably get more than one because trust me, you'll be making these carrots all the time!

    Be sure to make enough to share with your family and friends, because everyone loves Mexican Pickled Carrots!

    What to Serve with Pickled Carrots

    These carrots would go great with the following recipes: Mexican Lasagna, Carne Asada, California Burrito, and Chile Verde. They'd also be great with a chimichanga.

    3 jars of Mexican pickled carrots

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    Mexican Pickled Carrots

    Mexican style spicy pickled carrots.
    4.85 from 19 votes
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    Course: Appetizers
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 38 minutes
    Servings: 1 quart mason jar
    Calories: 12kcal
    Author: Hilda Sterner

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb. carrots peeled and cut into sections
    • 1 small onion sliced
    • 3 jalapeno peppers sliced
    • 3 cloves garlic sliced
    • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
    • 1 teaspoon oregano
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 1¼ cups cider vinegar
    • ¾ cup water
    • 2 teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon sugar

    Instructions

    • Slice carrots, onions, peppers, and garlic, and add to a medium-sized pot, along with the herbs.
    • Mix in the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
    • Remove the pot from the stove and allow to cool slightly.
    • Pour the mixture into one quart sterilized jar and seal.
    • The carrots will be ready to eat in three days. Serve with your favorite Mexican meal, or do what I do, and eat them straight out of the jar!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g
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    1. Rita says

      March 11, 2022 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you 😊 so much for the recipe my family love it

      Reply
      • Hilda Sterner says

        March 11, 2022 at 3:14 pm

        Thank you so much, Rita! I appreciate the review!

        Reply
    2. Kelly Methey says

      June 13, 2021 at 11:47 am

      5 stars
      These carrots are so delicious! I love them so much, I just shared them with a group of friends that are growing carrots in their gardens!

      Reply
    3. Kesley says

      May 21, 2021 at 1:39 pm

      Can this recipe used for canning? How long would the shelf life be?

      Reply
      • Hilda Sterner says

        May 21, 2021 at 2:10 pm

        Hi Kelsey, I have canned them in the past and would say they've lasted around 6 months in the past. I've never had them sit in the pantry longer than that.

        Reply
    4. Heather says

      July 05, 2020 at 8:10 am

      Do you think I could use fresh oregano?

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        July 05, 2020 at 7:06 pm

        Hi Heather,
        Yes, you sure can! I'm sure it'll be great.

        Reply
    5. Robi says

      May 19, 2020 at 12:09 pm

      What is the shelf life of this?

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        May 19, 2020 at 2:16 pm

        This recipe is not suitable for shelf storage. I usually store the pickled carrots in the refrigerator. When stored in the refrigerator, they're good for up to 3 or more months. They're usually gone before then!

        Reply
    6. Erica says

      May 03, 2020 at 1:19 pm

      I just want to really say thank you!! when I was stationed in San Diego I fell in love with what I called "hot carrots" and would get them all the time from my favorite restaurant but since leaving there I was never able to recreate what they had but these are pretty darn well close to it! So I want to say thank you a million times for posting this! They're addicting!

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        May 03, 2020 at 1:45 pm

        Hi Erica,
        First, thank you for your service! What branch were you in? The Navy brought me to San Diego, so you have me wondering what branch you were in and what restaurant was your favorite? Either way, I am very happy to help you out, enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Charlene Wilde says

      April 19, 2020 at 7:11 am

      5 stars
      Made this recipe two times and making again today. My whole family loves them. I add cauliflower too

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        April 19, 2020 at 8:51 am

        Hi Charlene, I'm so glad you like them! My daughter is pretty picky but she loves them too. I love cauliflower, so I will do the same next time. Thanks for the idea.

        Reply
    8. dan says

      January 16, 2020 at 3:07 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe. I have made it several times. I added more oregano.

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        January 16, 2020 at 6:15 am

        Hi Dan,
        Thanks for stopping by and rating the recipe. I love this recipe too, it's so easy and so good! You can't go wrong with more oregano. Have a good one. 🙂

        Reply
    9. Kelly Methey says

      July 29, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      My sister in law called last night to tell me that she made these carrots. She said she loved them so much that she just kept eating them until they were gone! If that isn’t a ringing endorsement then I don’t know what it!
      Keep your recipes coming we love them and you!

      Reply
    10. Kelly Methey says

      June 09, 2019 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      These are absolutely the best and so easy to make! Delicious, anyone that likes marinated Mexican carrots will love these! My husband loves them, too!

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        June 10, 2019 at 2:34 pm

        Yes, so easy to make and so tasty! You guys have good taste!

        Reply
    11. Karen says

      July 13, 2018 at 10:30 am

      Hi. When you say seal the jar, do you mean putting in a water bath?

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        July 13, 2018 at 11:06 am

        Hi Karen,
        Thanks for the question. I usually don't place them in a water bath. I just tighten the lid, and store them in the fridge. They usually don't last too long because my family loves them. I suppose if you wanted to store them for a long time you can place them in a water bath. I would just worry that cooking the carrots longer will make them too soft. I like the carrots to stay crisp. I hope that answers your question!

        Reply
    12. anastaciast says

      April 17, 2018 at 12:56 pm

      My mother-in-;law made something similar except she did not can them. I think our niece still has the recipe. Cheers!

      Reply
      • HildaSterner says

        April 17, 2018 at 1:54 pm

        They're so simple to make! My daughter had been pestering me to make some for quite some time. I finally got around to perfecting this recipe for her. She loved them, and now I'm addicted to them too! Cheers!

        Reply

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