Pikliz (Pickled Hot Peppers and Vegetable)

If you are Haitian then you know Pikliz!

And… if you like the hot stuff then this is for you.

Pikliz is a favorite condiment that is added to just about any food.

Ingredients:

1 large cabbage

Fresh string beans

5-6 carrots

Small box of frozen peas or fresh peas will do

10 Scotch bonnet or Habanero peppers

2 large onions shredded into long strips

A gallon of white vinegar

1 large plastic or ceramic bowl

1 large knife

Spatula

Wooden spoons

Canning jars and lids

This condiment is sprinkled over meats, rice, you name it.

Let this sit for several days after you have canned the mixture.

 

Wash the canning jars and lids in boiling water. 

Set aside.

1. Cut and shred cabbage Julienne style.                  

2. Cut carrots into circles or julienne them.                                                         

3. Defrost, wash and drain the frozen peas. 

4. Wash peppers and poke them with a sharp knife or you may slice them for a stronger flavor.

5. Wash and clean green beans and cut into 1 inch chunks.

6. Slice the shallot into thin strips.

You may chose to layer the vegetables into your canning jars or follow the next step.

In large mixing bowl combine shredded cabbage, carrots, peas, onions, string beans, shallots, peppers and mix with a wooden spoon.

Add vinegar, squeeze ½ of a lime and salt over the vegetables and mix together.  You may choose to compress with a plate for 24hrs or put mixture into canning jars using a large funnel then pour the liquid over it. Then refrigerate or give as gifts.