Refrigerator Pickles
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Refrigerator Pickles
Description
Refrigerator Pickles combine sliced or speared cucumbers with a brine made from water, white vinegar, kosher salt, crushed garlic cloves, and black peppercorns. Fresh dill sprigs are added to enhance the herbal aroma and flavor. The mixture is packed into pint-sized jars and sealed before refrigeration. Over 24 hours, the cucumbers soak up the tangy, slightly salty brine along with the pungent garlic and peppercorn notes. The optional addition of red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat for those who prefer a bit of spice.
The pickling method is simple and doesn’t require cooking or canning, keeping the cucumbers crisp. Overnight refrigeration allows the flavors to meld well, making these pickles an easy and fresh accompaniment. They can be used to complement sandwiches, served as a snack, or added to salads for a bright and crunchy contrast.
These pickles keep well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. For best results, use fresh cucumbers with a firm texture. The recipe is straightforward and flexible enough to adjust the level of vinegar or spice according to personal taste.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups cucumber sliced or cut into spears
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 4 garlic lightly crushed, cloves
- 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
- 1/2 cup dill fresh sprigs
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, crushed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the water, vinegar, salt, garlic, peppercorns and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Fill two pint sized jars with the cucumbers and dill sprigs.
- Pour the brine over the cucumbers in each jar. Seal the jars and store in the refrigerator.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours, or up to 2 weeks before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 13 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 13kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 412mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 99mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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