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homemade refrigerator dill pickles in mason jars.
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Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles

Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles take only a few minutes to make. Once you make your own homemade dill pickles, you'll never buy store bought again.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 18 servings

Ingredients

  • 10-12 pickling cucumbers
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • big bunch of dill thick stems removed
  • 1 head of garlic skins removed, cloves smashed (less if its a strong garlic)
  • peppercorn kernals I usually use about 10 peppercorns per jar, give or take

Instructions

  • Prepare ingredients: Thoroughly wash cucumbers. Slice cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick slices or spears. Set aside. Smash garlic cloves and separate dill from thick stems. Also, sanitize mason jars by running them through the dishwasher.
  • Prepare brine: To make the brine, combine water, vinegar, salt, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil and swirl the pan to ensure the sugar and salt dissolve. Remove the pan from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Make the pickles: Layer the prepared cucumbers with the fresh dill, smashed garlic, and peppercorns in the jars. Do not pack them super tight as you you'll want room for the brine. Finish by adding enough brine to cover the cucumbers. Seal with an airtight lid and store in the refrigerator. The flavor is best if stored for at least one week, but they can be eaten at any time. Pickles should be good for at least 4-6 weeks after that.
  • This recipe made enough for me to fill one pint and fill two quart jars.

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Notes

  • Quantities listed make about 3 quart-sized jars
  • The amount of dill and garlic can vary depending on taste. I prefer to pack my jars with a ton of fresh dill which is why I don't specify a specific quantity, but you can add as little or as much as you prefer.
  • The intensity of the garlic will impact the intensity of the pickles. If your garlic is particularly strong, use less if you are sensitive to the taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 5.4mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.4mg