Description
These easy homemade pickles are a quick and crunchy summer delight, perfect for preserving fresh vegetables with a tangy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cucumbers
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon dill
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumbers into desired shapes.
- In a pot, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar, and bring to a boil.
- Add the spices to the jar, then pack the cucumbers tightly.
- Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Seal the jars tightly and let them sit in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
Notes
- Always use fresh, firm cucumbers for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: recipes
- Method: pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (100g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: pickles, homemade, summer, crunchy, easy