Chicago - Style Giardiniera

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine cauliflower, jalapenos, bell pepper, and carrots.

Step 2

Using 1 cup of water, microwave water and salt on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir water until salt dissolves.

Step 3

Add salt water and remaining water to vegetables, cover with a loose fitting lid or plastic wrap, and let brine on the counter overnight.

Step 4

Drain vegetables in fermented salt water after at least 12 hours.

Step 5

In a bowl combine oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes and black pepper.

Step 6

Pour vinaigrette over vegetables, toss and pack vegetables into a container with a tight fitting lid with oil.

Step 7

Refrigerate for up to 30 days, it only gets better.

Step 8

Enjoy!