Fermented Jalapenos are a yummy spicy snack and condiment. And a great way to use up a lot of peppers if you grow them in your garden. This year I have not grown anything but am part of a local co-op that I was able to obtain a lot for a cheap price.
My husband loves spicy foods and I like a little bit here and there. I do try to not over do it however because of my Hashimoto’s. Many people with Hashimoto’s will also have IBS symptoms so is best to limit spicy foods.
Getting back to the recipe, you may have enough peppers to make anywhere from a pint to half a gallon. So just adjust your salt accordingly. I use a Tablespoon per a pint.
Histamine Intolerance
Foods that are fermented are very high in histamines and are hard for people with histamine intolerance to consume. I believe I am moderately histamine intolerant so I try to limit fermented foods to once a day. To slowly get your body accustomed you can also eat a little amount of fermented food at one meal and gradually add to it.
If your symptoms get worse ir may be better to consume probiotics in tablet form and work on building up your DAO enzyme. A great way to build up DAO is by eating sprouted seeds. I hope to make some soon, especially broccoli sprouts as I have read they are extremely good for you. To read more about broccoli sprouts check out this article from Wellness Mama.
Fermented Jalapenos
20 Jalapenos
Filtered Water
1 Tbsp Salt
1. Mix salt with a little bit of water, about 1/2 cup.
2. Slice jalapenos. (If you are sensitive to jalapenos you can wear gloves)
3. Add jalapenos to your jar. Add your salt water, scraping the salt if need be. Top with Filtered Water until covered.
4. Cover with a lid. And place in a shallow dish to catch any juices that may leak when fermenting.
5. Daily tip the jar upside down and back again to stop mold from forming. Open lid to burp jar so gas can escape as well.
6. Leave on the counter for 5-14 days. Start tasting at 5 days and ferment till desired spice level is achieved.
7. Enjoy with tacos or by itself.
For more fermented condiments check out my fermented salsa.