Quick Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles
These quick refrigerator pickles offer a sharp, tangy crunch with a mellow garlic flavor and fresh dill aroma. Ready in 24 hours, they stay crisp and flavorful for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 24 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 to 5 medium Kirby cucumbers, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds or spears
- 4 to 5 sprigs fresh dill, including fronds and stems
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds or spears.
- In a mixing bowl, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Stir until sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
- Place fresh dill sprigs, sliced garlic, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the bottom of a 1-quart mason jar.
- Tightly pack the sliced cucumbers into the jar on top of the aromatics, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
- Pour the prepared brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged. Press down gently if needed to remove air pockets.
- Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating. Flavors intensify and crunch improves up to 5 days.
Notes
Use fresh, firm Kirby cucumbers for best crunch. Slice garlic thinly to avoid bitterness. Keep pickles fully submerged in brine and sealed tightly to prevent spoilage. Adding a grape leaf or extra dill stems can help maintain crispness. Flavors improve after 24 hours and pickles stay good up to 2 weeks refrigerated. No boiling required for brine preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup sliced pickl
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 0.3
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