Description
Discover the ultimate dill pickle recipe with just 5 simple steps! Using fresh pickling cucumbers, garlic, dill, vinegar, and classic spices, this straightforward guide ensures perfectly tangy and crunchy homemade pickles that you can enjoy as a snack or to enhance your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickling Ingredients
- Pickling cucumbers – amount as desired
- 2 cups vinegar
- Water – enough to fill the jar after adding vinegar
- 2 tbsp pickling salt
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional, adjust 1–2 tbsp depending on sweetness preference)
Flavoring Ingredients
- Garlic cloves – a few, peeled
- Fresh dill sprigs – a few
- Black peppercorns – 1 tsp
- Mustard seeds – 1 tsp
- Coriander seeds – 1 tsp
Instructions
- Collect The Ingredients: Gather all necessary ingredients including cucumbers, garlic, dill, vinegar, water, pickling salt, sugar, and spices such as black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and coriander seeds.
- Prepare Your Cucumbers: Wash the pickling cucumbers thoroughly and chop off their stem ends. For smaller pieces, slice cucumbers thinly according to your preference.
- Make Your Brine: In a large pot, combine water, 2 cups vinegar, 2 tablespoons pickling salt, and 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar based on your desired sweetness. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then remove from heat and allow it to cool.
- Put Everything Together In A Jar: Place fresh dill sprigs, garlic cloves, and your choice of spices into a large jar. Tightly pack the cucumbers inside, then carefully pour the cooled brine over them until fully submerged without overfilling. Seal the jar tightly and wipe off any spills.
- Store In An Ideal Place: Store the sealed jar in a cool, dry place such as a kitchen shelf. Avoid freezing as it damages texture and flavor. Refrigeration is acceptable for short-term storage up to 1-2 months. Allow pickles to cure for at least 1-2 weeks for the best flavor.
Notes
- Use pickling cucumbers for best crispness.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your sweetness preference; it’s optional.
- Do not freeze pickles as it causes mushiness.
- Allow a curing period of 1-2 weeks before consuming for full flavor development.
- Refrigerate pickles if not storing at room temperature but consume within 1-2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Pickling
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: dill pickles, homemade pickles, pickling recipe, easy dill pickles, crunchy pickles, pickle brine, fermented pickles, quick pickling
