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Quick and Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe with Garlic and Chili Flakes

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A simple and quick refrigerator pickle recipe featuring fresh dill, garlic, and chili flakes for a crunchy, tangy snack that’s perfect for gifting or snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 5 medium pickling cucumbers (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams)
  • 2 to 3 sprigs fresh dill, including fronds
  • 3 to 4 large garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) filtered or spring water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Trim off the blossom ends. Slice cucumbers into spears about 3-4 inches long or into rounds. Set aside.
  2. Gently crush the garlic cloves with the side of a knife to release their aroma.
  3. Place fresh dill sprigs and crushed garlic cloves at the bottom of a clean quart-sized jar. Add chili flakes evenly. Pack cucumbers snugly but without smashing, leaving about 1 inch of headspace.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Warm over medium heat, stirring until salt and sugar dissolve completely. Do not boil.
  5. Carefully pour the warm brine into the jar, covering cucumbers completely. Leave a little space at the top for expansion.
  6. Screw on the lid tightly. Let the jar cool to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator.
  7. Let the pickles develop flavor for 24-48 hours before eating. They keep well for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

Notes

Use fresh, firm pickling cucumbers like Kirby for best crunch. Do not boil the brine to preserve vinegar brightness. Adjust chili flakes to control heat. Refrigerate to maintain crunch and flavor. Label jars with date for best use within 2 weeks.

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