Firecracker Pineapple Cucumber Pickles
A zesty, sweet & spicy pickle blending fresh cucumbers, pineapple, and fiery seasonings. Infused with garlic, turmeric, mustard seeds, and chilies for bold flavor. Perfect as a tangy condiment or snack.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 80kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into small chunks
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1-2 jalapenos, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 1-2 Thai red chilies, sliced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Wash pineapple and cucumber, slicing cucumbers thinly and pineapple into chunks
- Pack cucumber and pineapple tightly into a sterilized glass jar
- Combine vinegars, sugar, honey, salt, garlic, jalapenos, chilies, spices in a saucepan
- Bring brine to a boil until sugar dissolves, 8-10 minutes
- Strain brine and pour over pickles in the jar, ensuring they’re submerged
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for 12-48 hours before serving
Notes
Adjust spice level by adding/subtracting chilies
Marinate up to 48 hours for deeper flavor
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
Marinate up to 48 hours for deeper flavor
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks