Description

Experience a burst of flavor with these killer spicy garlic dill pickles! Crunchy and tangy, they offer a perfect balance of zesty garlic, aromatic dill, and fiery heat. Ideal for snacking, picnics, or brightening up meals, these pickles will quickly become a favorite at any gathering. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they promise to elevate your culinary adventures!

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups Kirby cucumbers, sliced
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup fresh dill sprigs
2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice level)
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup filtered water
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp pickling salt

Instructions

Prepare the brine by combining water and vinegar in a pot over medium heat. Stir in salt and sugar until dissolved.
Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and fresh dill to the brine; allow it to simmer for a few minutes.
Slice cucumbers into spears or rounds for optimal brining.
Pack cucumber slices tightly into clean mason jars with extra dill if desired.
Pour hot brine over cucumbers until fully submerged. Seal jars tightly and let them cool slightly before refrigerating.
Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to enhance flavors before enjoying.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Pickling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 pickle slices (50g)
Calories: 15
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra crunchiness, choose firm cucumbers and ensure jars are sterilized. Feel free to experiment with additional spices like dill seeds or mustard seeds to customize the flavor.