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Crispy Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles

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These crispy garlic dill refrigerator pickles are quick, easy, and ready in just a couple of days. They offer a perfect balance of tangy, garlicky flavor with a satisfying crunch, ideal for snacking or pairing with meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sliced Kirby or pickling cucumbers (about 4–5 medium), 1/4-inch thick rounds
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill, including fronds and stems
  • 1 cup white vinegar (240 ml) or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash cucumbers and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and toss gently to coat. Let sit at room temperature for 1 hour to draw out excess water.
  3. While cucumbers salt, combine vinegar, water, sugar, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until salt and sugar dissolve, do not boil.
  4. Rinse cucumbers thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt and pat dry.
  5. Pack cucumber slices tightly into a clean quart-sized glass jar with smashed garlic cloves and fresh dill sprigs, leaving about 1/2-inch headspace.
  6. Pour warm brine over cucumbers ensuring all slices are submerged. Use a small weight or extra cucumber slice to keep submerged if needed.
  7. Seal jar with lid and refrigerate for at least 48 hours before tasting. Flavor improves after 3 days. Keep refrigerated and consume within 2 weeks.

Notes

Salting cucumbers before pickling is key to maintaining crispness. Warm the brine just enough to dissolve salt and sugar without boiling to preserve vinegar brightness. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Store pickles refrigerated and consume within 2 weeks. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or swapping dill for other herbs.

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