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Crispy Spicy Dill Refrigerator Pickles Recipe Easy Homemade Garlic Pickles with Red Pepper Flakes

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These crispy spicy dill refrigerator pickles combine fresh cucumbers, garlic, dill, and red pepper flakes for a crunchy, flavorful snack ready in just 24 hours.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 5 small Kirby or Persian cucumbers (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams), washed and sliced into spears or coins
  • 4 to 5 fresh dill sprigs
  • 4 large garlic cloves, peeled and slightly smashed
  • 1 to 1.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar (distilled or white vinegar)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water (filtered or tap)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • Optional: 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice into spears or coins, ensuring uniform size for even pickling. (5 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. (3 minutes)
  3. Place 2 to 3 dill sprigs, 2 smashed garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns at the bottom of each jar. Pack cucumber slices snugly without crushing. Tuck remaining garlic and dill sprigs on top. (8 minutes)
  4. Pour the brine into each jar until cucumbers are fully submerged, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Add a bay leaf if desired. (2 minutes)
  5. Seal jars tightly and refrigerate. Let sit for at least 24 hours before tasting; flavors deepen over time. (At least 24 hours, ideally 48 hours)
  6. After 24 hours, taste a pickle. If not spicy or tangy enough, refrigerate longer. Pickles stay fresh up to 3 weeks refrigerated. (1 minute)

Notes

Use Kirby or Persian cucumbers for best crunch. Use kosher salt, not table salt, for proper brine balance. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste; heat intensifies over time. Remove garlic cloves after 48 hours if garlic flavor is too strong. To re-crisp softened pickles, soak in ice water for 15 minutes before serving. Store pickles in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks. Avoid microwaving to preserve crunch.

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