Pickled Turnip (Lift Makbouse)

I found this after I posted a recipe request. From http://www.arabicnews.com/recipes.

• Ready In: 240 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 20

Ingredients

• 2  lbs turnips
• 2  large beetroots
• 1  hot pepper
• 5  cups  jalapeno pickling liquid

Directions

1. Blanch turnips in boiling water and then peel them.
2. Peel the beetroot.
3. Wash the turnips and beetroot well and slice into quarters. Place in a large sterile glass jar with the hot pepper. Cover with the pickling solution and seal with an airtight lid. Let set at least 10 days before using.