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Refrigerator Pickles

Refrigerator Pickles: Crunchy Garlic Dill Delight at Home

Discover how to make Refrigerator Pickles with a crunchy, zesty garlic dill flavor in this quick, easy recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 3 days
Total Time 3 days 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 ¼ cups White Vinegar Provides essential tanginess.
  • 3 ½ cups Water Use filtered water for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Sweetens the brine; honey or agave can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt Enhances flavor and aids pickling.
For the Flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for aromatic depth.
  • 2 heads Dill Weed Provides the beloved dill flavor.
  • 20 pieces Peppercorns To taste; adds subtle heat.
For the Main Ingredient
  • 4 cups Cucumbers Cut into spears or slices.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Glass jars
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash cucumbers under cold water and slice them into spears or rounds, aiming for about ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, filtered water, sugar, and sea salt. Heat until sugar and salt dissolve, then bring to a gentle boil.
  3. While the brine cools, pack cucumber slices tightly into clean glass jars with minced garlic, dill weed, and peppercorns.
  4. Once cooled, pour brine over cucumbers until fully submerged, then seal jars tightly.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 3 days to allow flavors to meld, then enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use firm, fresh cucumbers and ensure jars are clean and sterilized.

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