Ajis in vinegar: 10 tips to keep them and enjoy them 

How are friends with this community? We hope that very well and eager to try rich things. Today we bring you a canned to do at home: chili peppers .

These pickled peppers are one of those delicacies that are worth having in the cupboard or in the refrigerator, because they provide flavor and a special spicy to any dish.

In this note we are going to tell you everything you need to make the recipe of chili peppers;  How to keep them , what to enjoy them and even a quick way to do them to always have a bottle at hand. As of today you will always have this option at hand to give a different touch to that roasted meat, to a salad or a sandwich.

About the chili peppers

The idea of vinegar peppers arises from finding a delicious way to conserve the intensity and unique flavor of these peppers.

• In Argentina, canned peppers are a popular pickled that is used to add a spicy and acidic touch to various dishes. Its presence provides an explosion of flavors to meals and is appreciated both in its home version and in restaurants and street food stalls.

This conservation method not only prolongs its useful life, but also creates a wonderful mixture of flavors, where the acidity of the vinegar is combined with the characteristic spicy of the peppers. 

Some characteristics of the chili peppers

In the world of canned peppers you can find you from soft and basic flavors, to some more intense, vinegar chili trees have that unique peculiarity and  they offer different flavors that adapt to all tastes, depending on the chosen variety. They can be the red, sweeter; The green, more bitter, or the elongated yellow, more spicy.

• Culinary versatility: They can be used as garrison, seasoning or even as the main ingredient in sauces and dressings.
• Spicy accent: the spicy level can be adjusted according to the variety of chili peppers, allowing control over the intensity of the plate.

Another highly valued characteristic of this preparation is that the conservation in vinegar prolongs the useful life of the peppers, allowing to enjoy its flavor for longer .

In addition, vinegar peppers not only provide flavor, but also fill the kitchen with irresistible aromas.

How to keep the chili in vinegar: 10 tips

Keeping pepper in vinegar correctly is essential to maintain its freshness, flavor and texture over time. Some tips to be taken into account are:

• Adequate container: Use hermetic glass jars to store them. This avoids air entry and maintains pepper freshness.
• Complete submersion: chili should be completely submerged in vinegar. This helps prevent oxidation and growth of microorganisms on the surface.
• Storage: Save the jars in a cool and dark place to preserve the quality of canned peppers . Direct light can affect flavor and texture.
• Avoid cross contamination: Clean the jars well before filling them with chili peppers to avoid cross contamination. They can be reviewed with a little alcohol before, making sure they are dry before adding the peppers.
• Control the quality of vinegar: use good quality white vinegar to keep the chili peppers. Vinegar acts as a preservative agent and contributes to the final taste.
• Add protective layers: To prevent oxidation, you can add a thin layer of olive oil at the top of the bottle before closing it. This will act as a protective barrier.
• Tag and dated: Label the bottles with the preparation date to keep a storage time record.
• Optional refrigeration: although vinegar peppers can be stored at room temperature, refrigerate them can prolong their useful life and maintain their quality. This is especially useful in warm climates.
• Use clean utensils: When the chili pepper is consumed in the bottle, it is key to use clean and dry utensils to avoid contamination.
• Do not expose heat: avoid exposing chili peppers at extremely high temperatures and keep the jars away from direct heat sources, since this can affect its flavor and texture.

Appeals in vinegar quickly (without boiling)

The canned peppers take their maceration time, but there is a quick way to do them without boiling, and can be consumed from one day to the other:

1. Wash the peppers and remove the seeds, let them dry on absorbent paper.
2. Choose clean and dry glass jars with airtight lid.
3. Fill the bottles with chili pepper leaving enough space at the top for vinegar. Sprinkle with salt to taste and garlic cloves (optional).
4. Fill the bottles with white vinegar to fully cover the chili peppers. It is important that all peppers are submerged in vinegar.
5. Mix and secure the tapas with some taps to the jar to eliminate possible air bubbles. Hermetic closing the bottles and letting at room temperature at least 24 hours. 
6. Store in refrigerator or in a cool and dark place if consumed in a short period.

Tips for preparing chili peppers:

Combine different types of peppers for a unique mixture of flavors.
Let the chili peppers stand for at least 24 hours to intensify the flavors.
Use glass jars disinfected with alcohol or boiled and dry, to preserve freshness and avoid leaks of external flavors.
Keep in a cool and dark place or in refrigerator, to maintain quality over time.
Add spices such as pepper, laurel, cumin, or sage , to customize the preserve.

The 5 best ways to enjoy snacks in vinegar

1. Roasters and grills: They go perfect with grilled meats to give each bite a spicy touch. They can be placed directly on the meat or serve them interspersed in a skewer of beef .

2. Sauces and dressings: crush some canned peppers and mix them with homemade mayonnaise or yogurt to create a spicy and delicious sauce. Ideal to accompany fries, tacos or sandwiches.

3. Salads: Add the chilt to salads gives you a turn of flavor. They combine especially well with a avocado and apple salad , for example, providing an irresistible spicy contrast.

4. Marinades and marinates: use them as part of a marinade for pork or chicken . The acidity of vinegar softens and enhances the flavors of the flesh, creating a juicy dish full of nuances.

5. Dips and creams: integrating them into the preparation of Dips and cold sauces are ideal to accompany fries, nachos or fresh vegetables in social meetings.

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Vinegar peppers recipe

Yield : 2 bottles

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Rest time: at least 24 hours

Ingredients for the recipe of peppers in vinegar

• 500 g of varied peppers
• White vinegar: 500 cm3
• 2 tablespoons of salt
• Optional: 4 garlic cloves
• Black grain pepper: 1 tablespoon
• Bay leaves: 4

How to make peppers in step by step

1. Wash the peppers thoroughly with running water. Remove stems and seeds. It is important that they are dry before placing them in the jars.
2. In a saucepan, bring the vinegar and salt to boil, adding the bay leaves and pepper grains. Boil about 5 minutes, turn off and let cool.
3. Place the peppers in sterilized glass jars and pour the mixture of vinegar on them, incorporate garlic cloves.
4. Cover the bottles tightly and let stand in a cool place for at least 24 hours before consuming. For a more intense flavor they can be left in refrigerator 10/15 days before using them.