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The Hirshon Brazilian Pickled Biquinho Peppers – Conserva de Pimenta Biquinho

July 2, 2017 by The Generalissimo 12 Comments

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The Hirshon Brazilian Pickled Biquinho Peppers - Conserva de Pimenta Biquinho
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Citizens, I, the unfathomable and occasionally didactic TFD, have felicitously deigned to share my personal recipe for Brazilian pickled peppers, a great treat in the South American country! J

These are no ordinary pepper, however – these are Biquinho (Little Beak) peppers, unique to the Amazon region!

Also known as “Sweety Drops,” in the U.S., these small, tear-shaped peppers originated in the Peruvian Amazon, where they were discovered and brought back to the Gandules Inc. headquarters in Peru and cultivated – it is now a staple in both Peru and Brazil.

They have a sweetness and only a little heat (about 1000 Scoville Units) and work well in salads, paired with cheese and charcuterie, pizza or pastas, or even in baked goods.

These are hard to find in the United States, but here is a source for the variety pre-made in a jar. We will dump the liquid they came in and pickle them properly in true TFD fashion!

Brazilians enjoy these delightful peppers on almost everything and who could blame them – they are sweet with a little heat and thanks to my special pickling brine, herbaceous, garlicky and peppery!

A good Brazilian would use their national liquor, cachaça, as part of the brine – we will do the same. It can be purchased at most BevMo outlets or online.

White vinegar is the normal brine souring agent, but I greatly prefer my secret trick – to use vinegar from a can of green peppercorns! It adds a great peppery note as do the green peppercorns themselves! My addition of herbs also adds great flavor.

Citizens, this is a wonderful condiment that I hope you choose to try ASAP!

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The Hirshon Brazilian Pickled Biquinho Peppers – Conserva de Pimenta Biquinho


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Ingredients

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  • Biquinho peppers (also known as Sweety Drop in English) – substitute other peppers as you see fit
  • 1 cup of vinegar from a can of green peppercorns
  • 1 cup of cachaça
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 4 cloves of garlic, lightly crushed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 nutmeg, halved
  • 2 tablespoons green peppercorns from a can
  • 2 small sprigs of washed rosemary
  • 1 large Mason Jar


Instructions

  1. Make the preserving liquid by combining the vinegar, cachaça, sugar and salt in a medium sauce pan, bringing the liquid to a boil and boiling for two minutes. Reserve, keeping simmering – it should have the consistency of a thin syrup. If not, reduce to that state, then simmer.
  2. Prepare a large mixing bowl by filling it halfway with cold water, then adding several ice cubes. In another saucepan bring at least 4 cups (1 liter) of water to the boil.
  3. If using fresh peppers, put the peppers in the boiling water and let boil for 20 seconds only. Remove from the heat, drain immediately in a sieve or colander, then plunge the peppers into the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again. Reserve.
  4. If using canned or jarred peppers, the boiling step may be skipped.
  5. Using a properly sterilized Mason jar or other canning jar, pack the jar loosely with peppers plus the remaining spices including the rosemary sprig.
  6. Bring the preserving liquid back to the boil, then fill the jar completely with the liquid. Tap the jar on a table or countertop a few times to make sure there are no air bubbles in the jar. Seal the jar and process in boiling water.
  7. When processing is complete, let the jar cool completely on a wire rack. Let the jar stand in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks before consuming, and keep uneaten portions in the refrigerator once the jar is opened.
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Nutrition

  • Calories: 174.41 kcal
  • Sugar: 7.32 g
  • Sodium: 257.16 mg
  • Fat: 0.43 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.23 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10.56 g
  • Fiber: 1.54 g
  • Protein: 0.73 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg

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  1. Rivanete Ferreira

    July 4, 2017 at 1:50 PM

    Eu gosto destas pimentinhas bom demais OK!

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  2. Renata Costa

    July 4, 2017 at 11:21 PM

    Deliciosaaaa!

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  3. Patricia Stecz

    April 21, 2021 at 2:10 AM

    I am growing these in central Florida, looking for pickling recipes. Can you pickle these with this recipe without cooking the peppers or canning bath?
    Pat
    Ps: I can’t seem to print the recipe, odd

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    • The Generalissimo

      April 21, 2021 at 2:48 AM

      Citizen Patricia – yes, you could skip those steps, but it means the peppers can only be safely kept in the fridge for about a week.

      Reply
  4. ericka

    September 27, 2021 at 1:04 PM

    What is the head space requirement? Also, how long to process? 10 min?

    Reply
  5. Amy

    September 9, 2022 at 6:46 AM

    Is there a brand of peppercorns you recommended? All the ones I have found are packaged with salt and water not vinegar. Thank you!

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    • The Generalissimo

      September 9, 2022 at 2:45 PM

      As long as the flavor profile works for you in this recipe, that’s all that matters! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Carolyn

    September 11, 2022 at 7:08 AM

    Got my syrup cooking! I am growing these peppers in my NC garden with great success. I can’t wait to give these a taste!

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    • The Generalissimo

      September 11, 2022 at 12:04 PM

      I hope it turns out perfectly for you and exceeds expectations! 😀

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      • Carolyn

        September 20, 2022 at 2:27 AM

        What a surprising little treat!! Gorgeous presentation! Delicious!! All the good things!

        ★★★★★

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        • The Generalissimo

          September 20, 2022 at 4:41 AM

          I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe! 🙂

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        • The Generalissimo

          September 20, 2022 at 4:45 AM

          Also, if you have a nice picture of your peppers, send it to me! I may use it to illustrate the recipe itself (if used, attributed to you, of course!). 🙂

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