How to Quick Pickle Sweet Peppers in 15 Minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup (240 mL) apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup (240 mL) water
• 1 tablespoon (15 g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) mustard seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon (5 g) black peppercorns (optional)
• 2 cups (about 200 g) sweet mini peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
• 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (optional)
• ½ teaspoon (2 g) red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)