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Homemade Refrigerator Pickles!

Have you ever made your own refrigerator pickles? They are easy, delicious, and don't require canning. Just seal and refrigerate!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword dill pickles, homemade pickles, pickle recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Refrigerate 2 days
Total Time 2 days 15 minutes
Servings 2 jars
Calories 3kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pickling cucumbers
  • 10 cloves garlic whole, minced or sliced
  • 1 package fresh dill
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 4 cup water
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions

  • Bring water and vinegar and salt to a boil.
  • Pack 2 quart sized jars tight with cucumbers (that have been sliced or speared), garlic, and lots of fresh dill.
  • Sprinkle with red pepper, flakes if desired, and pour brine into jars until it reaches about 1/2″ from the top of the jar.
  • Add lids and screw on tight. Let sit on counter until they are room temperature. Place in refrigerator.
  • They will last at least month in the refrigerator.

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Notes

If you want CRUNCHY pickles, allow brine to cool completely before adding to jars. A hot brine slightly cooks the pickles. They'll still be crunchy, but a little softer.
These pickles should refrigerate several days, but you can sample them after 24 hours if you’d like!

Nutrition

Calories: 3kcal