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Healthy Lacto-Fermented Dill Pickles Recipe for Gut Health Detox

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A simple and delicious lacto-fermented dill pickles recipe that supports gut health with natural probiotics. Perfect for a tangy, crunchy snack made with fresh cucumbers, dill, garlic, and salt.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (about 900g) small pickling cucumbers, washed and trimmed
  • 4–6 sprigs fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 3 tablespoons (about 45g) non-iodized kosher salt or sea salt
  • 4 cups (960ml) filtered or spring water
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon black peppercorns or mustard seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the brine by dissolving 3 tablespoons of non-iodized salt into 4 cups of filtered water. Stir until fully dissolved.
  2. Pack the cucumbers tightly but without crushing into clean, wide-mouth mason jar(s). Add dill sprigs and crushed garlic cloves evenly among the cucumbers. Add optional black peppercorns or mustard seeds if using.
  3. Pour the saltwater brine over the cucumbers, leaving about 1 inch of headspace at the top. Ensure cucumbers are fully submerged using fermentation weights or a small plastic bag filled with brine.
  4. Screw on the lid without tightening too much to allow gases to escape. Place the jar on a plate or bowl to catch overflow. Store at room temperature (65–75°F) away from direct sunlight.
  5. Let the pickles ferment for 5-7 days. Check daily to ensure cucumbers remain submerged. Taste after 5 days and continue fermenting until preferred sourness is reached.
  6. Once fermented to liking, tighten the lid and refrigerate. Pickles will keep fresh and crunchy for up to 2 months.

Notes

Use non-iodized salt to avoid disrupting fermentation. Keep cucumbers fully submerged under brine to prevent mold. Store jars at 65–75°F for best results. Skim off any harmless white scum. Discard if pickles turn soft or smell off. Avoid metal lids or utensils that react with salt brine.

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