Spicy Mexican Style Pickled Carrots (Escabeche)
-Place the following in a small saucepan and heat until boiling:
1 cup water
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
-Peel and then slice 1 bunch of carrots into 1/2 inch disks.
-Put them in a large jar along with the following:
6 to 8 medium sized whole garlic cloves
2 hot peppers (with seeds intact) cut into slices.
-You can also add some fresh cilantro (optional).
-Pour the hot vinegar over the vegetables.
-Cover the jar tightly and chill for at least 3-4 days before eating.
-These carrots will keep nicely for several weeks.