Place the carrots, bay leaves, and dried chiles in a spring top glass jar.
Place the remaining ingredients in a non-reactive medium saucepan and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the carrots, close the lid, and place in the refrigerator. Allow to chill for at least 2 hours and up to 2 weeks, then enjoy.
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