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Easy Crunchy Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe Perfect for Quick Homemade Snacks

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A quick and easy recipe for crunchy, tangy refrigerator dill pickles that require no canning and are ready in about 48 hours. Perfect for homemade snacks with simple ingredients and bold flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium fresh cucumbers (preferably Kirby or pickling cucumbers)
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh dill (with flowers if available)
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons pickling salt or kosher salt (Diamond Crystal kosher salt recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers thoroughly. Slice into 1/4-inch (about 6 mm) thick rounds or spears.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine white vinegar, water, pickling salt, sugar, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve.
  3. Place crushed garlic cloves and fresh dill sprigs at the bottom of a large glass jar.
  4. Tightly pack cucumber slices or spears into the jar, leaving about 1/2 inch space at the top. Press down gently to minimize air pockets without crushing cucumbers.
  5. Pour the brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Use a spoon or chopstick to press down any floating cucumbers. Seal the jar tightly.
  6. Refrigerate the jar for at least 48 hours before tasting. Flavor develops more the longer they sit, up to 2 weeks.
  7. After 48 hours, sample a pickle. If desired, let sit longer for more intense flavor. Store in the fridge and consume within 2-3 weeks for best freshness.

Notes

Use fresh cucumbers for best crunch. Avoid table salt to prevent cloudy brine; use pickling or kosher salt instead. Keep cucumbers fully submerged to avoid soft pickles. If pickles turn soft, try adding grape leaves or horseradish leaves next time. Slice thickness affects soaking time and texture. Do not rush the pickling process by heating; refrigeration and time yield best results.

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