Homemade Pickles
Homemade pickles are a delightful blend of crunch and tanginess that can elevate any meal. Picture the satisfaction of crafting your own pickles, bursting with flavor and tailored to your taste. From summer barbecues to late-night snacks, these easy-to-make treats are sure to impress family and friends. With customizable spices and fresh ingredients, you’ll enjoy every crunchy bite while creating memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups Kirby cucumbers (sliced into spears)
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 cup white vinegar (5% acidity)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons pickling salt
- 4 garlic cloves (smashed)
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Instructions
- Prepare jars by washing them in hot soapy water or running them through the dishwasher.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water, vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
- Add garlic, mustard seeds, and peppercorns; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Pack cucumber spears tightly into clean jars with dill sprigs.
- Pour the brine over cucumbers until fully submerged.
- Seal jars and let cool at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating.
- Allow pickles to marinate in the fridge for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg