Os pimentões em conserva de Peter Piper

Ingredientes

• 4 large bells peppers of mixed colors
• 1/3 cup sea salt
• 1 large yellow onion (cut in half and then cut into 1/4 inch strips)
• 2 teaspoons pickling (kosher or sea salt)
• 3 cups apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons whole cloves
• 2 teaspoons allspice berries
• 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoondill seeds
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 bay leaf

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Layer the peppers and onions in a large non-metallic bowl and toss with the 1/3 cup of salt. Put a plate on top of the veggies to slightly weigh them down. Let them sit for 24 hours to draw out the excess liquid. During that period give the veggies a toss or two. In a colander, thoroughly rinse and drain the veggies. Pat them dry with some paper towels.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, add all the pickling ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain the liquid by pouring it into a sieve over another pot or large bowl. Discard the spices.

3. 3

   Pack the veggies in sterilized jars and pour the hot liquid over them, covering the tops of them by 1/2 inch and leaving 1/2 inch headspace from the top of the jar. Process in a water bath for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Store in a dark, cool place. Let sit for at least 6 weeks before using to allow the flavors to develop. If stored properly will keep for up to a year.