Refrigerator Pickles
Refrigerator pickles are a quick and delightful way to enjoy the crunchy freshness of cucumbers, enhanced by a tangy, sweet brine. Perfect as snacks or toppings for sandwiches and burgers, these vibrant pickles are customizable to suit your taste. With minimal prep time, you can have a jar of zesty pickles ready in just 24 hours, making them an ideal addition to any meal or gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings (approximately 2 cups total) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced into spears or rounds
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
- 5 sprigs fresh dill
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into spears or rounds.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water and vinegar. Add sugar and salt; stir until dissolved.
- Add smashed garlic cloves and fresh dill to the brine mixture; simmer for a few minutes.
- Place cucumber slices in clean glass jars and pour the hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Allow jars to cool at room temperature before sealing tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before enjoying; the longer they sit, the better they taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding spices like mustard seeds or red pepper flakes for extra flavor. Substitute cucumbers with other vegetables such as carrots or radishes for unique tastes. Store pickles in an airtight container; they last up to two months in the refrigerator.