Chef George Duran – SealVax

Ingredients

• 10–12 fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings (keep seeds for more heat)
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 3 Tbsp honey (or agave for vegan)
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 3 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
• Zest of 1 lime + juice of half a lime
• 1 bay leaf
• 3–4 sprigs fresh oregano or thyme
• Optional: 1 small carrot, thinly sliced for added sweetness and crunch