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Easy Quick-Pickled Refrigerator Cucumbers Recipe with Dill and Garlic for Perfect Homemade Snacks

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A simple and reliable quick-pickled cucumber recipe with fresh dill and garlic, perfect for crunchy snacks and sides, ready in as little as 24 hours.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Kirby or Persian cucumbers, sliced thin (about 1/8 inch thick)
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh dill (leafy parts only)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or 5-6 black peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Rinse and slice 4 medium Kirby or Persian cucumbers into thin rounds about 1/8 inch thick.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve (3-5 minutes). Let cool slightly but not completely.
  3. Place 4-5 sprigs of fresh dill and 3-4 smashed garlic cloves into a clean quart-sized jar. Add optional red pepper flakes or black peppercorns if desired.
  4. Tightly pack the sliced cucumbers into the jar, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
  5. Pour the warm brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged. Use a clean utensil to push down any floating pieces.
  6. Seal the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator. Let sit for at least 24 hours before tasting.
  7. Enjoy chilled. Pickles keep well in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Use clean utensils to remove pickles to avoid contamination.

Notes

Use Kirby or Persian cucumbers for best crispness. Warm the brine to dissolve sugar and salt faster but do not overheat to avoid cooking cucumbers. Slice cucumbers about 1/8 inch thick for optimal crunch. Store pickles in the fridge only and consume within two weeks. To re-crisp softened pickles, soak briefly in ice water before serving.

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