Refrigerator Pickles
Refrigerator pickles are a quick and delectable way to elevate your meals with a crunchy, tangy twist. These easy-to-make pickles can transform sandwiches and snack platters into flavorful culinary delights. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can whip up a batch of these zesty treats that will impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups sliced cucumbers (preferably Kirby)
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons pickling salt
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice into spears or rounds.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until dissolved and bring to a gentle boil.
- Remove from heat and add crushed garlic and dill to the brine.
- Pack cucumber slices tightly into clean mason jars and pour the hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Allow jars to cool to room temperature before sealing with lids. Transfer to the refrigerator.
- Let pickles sit in the fridge for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different vegetables like carrots or radishes for variety. Customize flavors by adding spices such as mustard seeds or chili flakes. Store in an airtight container; they last up to 2 weeks.