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Easy Crisp Quick Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe No Canning Needed

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A simple and quick recipe for crisp, tangy dill pickles that require no canning and are ready to eat in as little as 24 hours. Perfect for a crunchy snack or sandwich addition.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium Kirby or pickling cucumbers (approximately 1.5 lbs / 700 g), washed and sliced into spears or rounds
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill or 2 tablespoons dill seeds
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar, 5% acidity
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water, filtered if possible
  • 1 tablespoon pickling salt (kosher or sea salt preferred)
  • Optional spices: 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Wash 4-5 medium Kirby cucumbers thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue. Trim the ends and slice into spears or 1/4-inch thick rounds. This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Place 3-4 sprigs of fresh dill and 3-4 lightly crushed garlic cloves at the bottom of a clean quart-sized jar. Add optional spices if using.
  3. Pack the cucumber slices tightly into the jar, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
  4. In a mixing bowl or small saucepan, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, and 1 tablespoon pickling salt. Stir until salt dissolves. Warming the brine slightly is optional.
  5. Pour the brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Remove air bubbles with a clean utensil and screw the lid on tightly.
  6. Refrigerate the jar for at least 24 hours before tasting. Pickles keep well refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use firm Kirby cucumbers and trim the blossom ends to maintain crispness. Keep cucumbers fully submerged in brine to avoid softening. Adding a grape leaf or calcium chloride can help maintain crunch. Store pickles in the coldest part of the fridge and consume within 2 weeks for best quality.

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