Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera
Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera is the amazing condiment that Chicagoans use to add an explosive burst of flavor to some of their famous dishes like Italian Beef Sandwiches and deep dish pizza. Loaded with finely chopped veggies, spicy peppers, olives, oil, and oregano, this flavorful addition will quickly earn a spot on your condiment shelf.
Equipment
- large glass bowl
- colander
- large 5-cup jar or multiple smaller jars
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced cauliflower
- 1 cup diced peeled carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 3 jalapenos diced
- 4 serrano peppers diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup rough chopped green olives
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups canola oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Add chopped veggies (except for olives) to a large glass bowl. In a large measuring cup, prepare a brine by combining the water and salt. Stir until salt has dissolved and pour the brine over the veggies. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, pour veggies into a colander and rinse off brine with water. Add rinsed veggies and olives to a large jar or several small jars (about 5 cups worth). In a medium bowl, combine canola oil and oregano, and pour over the veggies in the jars. Keep refrigerated. Best tasting if you let it marinate for at least 2 days before using. Enjoy!
Notes
- Keep this in an air-tight container in the refrigerator and use within 1-2 months.
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