Crispy Garlic Dill Pickles Refrigerator Recipe Easy 5-Step Method
A quick and easy refrigerator pickle recipe that delivers crispy, garlicky, and dill-flavored pickles without the need for canning or deep frying. Perfect for snacking or entertaining with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3-5 days refrigeration
- Yield: About 1 quart jar (approximately 4-6 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium Kirby cucumbers
- 4–5 garlic cloves, smashed
- 4–5 fresh dill sprigs
- 2 cups (480 ml) white distilled vinegar
- 2 cups (480 ml) water
- 2 tablespoons pickling salt or kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into spears or rounds about ¼ to ½ inch thick (6-12 mm).
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups white distilled vinegar, 2 cups water, and 2 tablespoons pickling salt. Stir until salt dissolves, about 2 minutes.
- Place smashed garlic cloves, dill sprigs, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the bottom of a clean quart-sized glass jar. Pack cucumber slices tightly on top, leaving about ½ inch headspace.
- Pour the prepared brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Press down to remove air bubbles and screw on the lid securely.
- Refrigerate the jar for at least 48 hours before tasting, ideally 3-5 days for maximum flavor and crispness. Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 weeks.
Notes
Use Kirby cucumbers for best crispness. Keep cucumbers fully submerged in brine to maintain texture. Refrigerate for at least 3 days for best flavor. Avoid warm brine to prevent soft pickles. Optional spices like mustard seeds and red pepper flakes add depth and heat. To re-crisp, soak pickles in ice water for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spear (approximate
- Calories: 1015
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400500
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.3
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