Refrigerator Pickles
Refrigerator pickles are the ultimate crunchy snack that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. With fresh cucumbers marinated in a tangy vinegar brine infused with garlic and dill, these quick and easy pickles are perfect for satisfying your cravings or elevating your sandwiches and salads. In just a few simple steps, you can create a delightful jar of homemade refrigerator pickles that your family and friends will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 4 cloves garlic (crushed)
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into spears or rounds.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine white vinegar, sugar, salt, and dill. Stir until the sugar dissolves (about 2 minutes).
- Add crushed garlic cloves to the brine and simmer for another minute.
- Pack sliced cucumbers tightly into clean glass jars and pour warm brine over them until fully submerged.
- Allow jars to cool at room temperature for about an hour before sealing with lids.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (best overnight) to allow flavors to develop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different vegetables like carrots or radishes for unique flavors. Customize your brine by adding red pepper flakes for heat or mustard seeds for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge; they last up to two months.