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Refrigerator Pickles Recipe

Refrigerator Pickles Recipe: Crunchy, Homemade Heaven

A quick and easy Refrigerator Pickles Recipe that captures nostalgic flavors with crispy cucumbers and tangy vinegar.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickles
  • 4 medium Cucumbers Fresh, sliced
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Crushed, optional
  • 4 sprigs Fresh Dill Can substitute with dried herbs
For the Brine
  • 1 cup Vinegar (White or Apple Cider)
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can replace with honey
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher Salt
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Spices (Mustard Seeds, Peppercorns, Coriander Seeds, Bay Leaves)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for added heat
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Horseradish Optional for complexity

Equipment

  • Glass jar
  • medium saucepan
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and trim cucumbers, then slice into ¼-inch thick rounds or spears.
  2. Layer sliced cucumbers, onions, crushed garlic, and fresh dill in a clean glass jar.
  3. Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and kosher salt in a saucepan. Heat until dissolved.
  4. Pour the hot brine over the layered ingredients, ensuring everything is submerged.
  5. Cool the jar at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh Kirby cucumbers for the best crunch. Store in an airtight jar for up to 3-4 weeks in the fridge.

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