Pickled Corn

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Pickled Corn
45 min.
12
46kcal

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If you’re looking for a delightful and unique side dish to elevate your meals, look no further than pickled corn! This vibrant and tangy dish marries the sweet freshness of corn with the robust flavors of garlic, chiles, and spices, creating a crunchy treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for any occasion, pickled corn not only makes for a gorgeous addition to your plate but also serves as a fantastic topping for tacos, salads, and grilled meats.

Whether you’re a vegan, vegetarian, or simply in search of gluten-free options, this recipe fits the bill perfectly. It’s easy to prepare, requiring just a handful of wholesome ingredients and minimal cooking. In about 45 minutes, you can create a batch that serves up to 12 people, ensuring there’s plenty to go around. Plus, its low-calorie count means you can indulge without guilt!

What’s more, the pickling process enhances the natural sweetness of the corn, giving it a delightful tang that develops over the days as it sits. Perfect for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or simply as a savory snack, this pickled corn is sure to impress your family and friends. So roll up your sleeves and dive into this fun, flavorful project—your palate will thank you!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon peppercorns whole black
  •  ears corn husked
  • 10  garlic clove 
  • 5.5 tablespoons kosher salt plus more
  •  to 5 chilies red seeded thin (such as jalapeño or Fresno)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook corn in a large pot of lightly saltedboiling water until crisp-tender, about4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transferto a bowl of ice water.
  2. Let cool; drain.
  3. Layer corn, garlic, chiles, and peppercornsin a 4-quart glass or ceramic jar.
  4. Stir 5 1/2 tablespoons salt and 2 quarts waterin a large bowl until salt is dissolved.
  5. Pourover corn mixture.
  6. Place several plates orsmall bowls over vegetables to keep themsubmerged by at least 2". Cover jar withplastic wrap or a lid and let stand in a dark,cool place such as a cellar, closet, or pantryat room temperature (68°F–70°F is ideal) for4 days to pickle; taste corn. Want morepucker?
  7. Let it sit for 1–2 more days, thenserve or refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories46kcal
Protein13.46%
Fat11.13%
Carbs75.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.92
Glycemic Load
0.52
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.7486956249113%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:46.35kcal
2.32%
Fat:0.67g
1.02%
Saturated Fat:0.16g
0.98%
Carbohydrates:10.14g
3.38%
Net Carbohydrates:8.98g
3.27%
Sugar:3.24g
3.6%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3205.46mg
139.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.81g
3.62%
Vitamin C:14.62mg
17.72%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.21%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.59%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.37%
Folate:20.76µg
5.19%
Magnesium:19.71mg
4.93%
Phosphorus:47.68mg
4.77%
Fiber:1.16g
4.63%
Potassium:161.21mg
4.61%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.56%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.58%
Vitamin A:157.78IU
3.16%
Copper:0.05mg
2.44%
Iron:0.42mg
2.31%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2.04%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.79%
Vitamin K:1.83µg
1.74%
Calcium:10.08mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious