COOK RIBEYE WITH THE FIRST DEAF CHEF ON CHOPPED • APRIL 18SAVE YOUR SPOT

Giardiniera

Ingredients

  • ¼ c kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¾ c cauliflower, small florets
  • 4 serrano peppers, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, deseeded and small diced
  • 2 c tap water
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • ½ c green olives, chopped
  • 2 c canola oil
  • 1 stalk celery, small diced
  • ¾ c carrots, peeled and small diced

Preparation

Combine 2 cups water and ¼ cup kosher salt in a mixing bowl. Stir to dissolve.

Add all prepared vegetables. Cover and refrigerate overnight (12 hours).

The next day, drain and rinse vegetables.

Warm ¼ cup canola oil in a saucepan over low heat. Add herbs and spices. Let bloom for 2–3 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir into remaining 1¾ cups canola oil.

Pack vegetables into a clean container and pour oil over to fully submerge.

Refrigerate for at least 1 day before using. Flavor improves over time; keeps up to 3 weeks in the fridge.

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Chef David Uzzell

David Uzzell

A deaf chef with Michelin experience, David brings restaurant-level techniques to home cooking through clear, accessible instruction. He also enjoys sneaking unexpected twists into classic recipes.

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