Description
These Homemade Garlic Dill Pickles are crisp, tangy, and packed with bold garlic and dill flavors. They’re quick and easy to make, requiring only fresh cucumbers, garlic, dill, and a simple brine. Whether you enjoy them as a snack, on burgers, or alongside sandwiches, these pickles will quickly become a household favorite!
Ingredients
- 3 cups water 💧
- 3/4 cup white vinegar 🍶
- 3 tablespoons white sugar 🍚
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt 🧂
- 2 tablespoons pickling spice 🌿
- Bunch of fresh dill 🌱
- 6–8 garlic cloves 🧄
- 4–6 cucumbers, sliced into spears or rounds 🥒
- Optional: chilies for added heat 🌶️
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Brine: In a medium saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, and pickling spice. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
2️⃣ Sterilize the Jars: Wash the jars with hot, soapy water or sterilize them by boiling in hot water for 10 minutes.
3️⃣ Layer the Flavor: Place fresh dill and garlic cloves at the bottom of each jar. If using chilies, add them now.
4️⃣ Pack the Cucumbers: Tightly pack the cucumber slices or spears into the jars, layering with extra dill and garlic as you go.
5️⃣ Pour the Brine: Once cooled, pour the brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave ½ inch of space at the top of each jar.
6️⃣ Seal & Store: Tightly close the jars with sterilized lids and bands. Place in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before consuming.
7️⃣ Enjoy! Your pickles will taste great after 1 day, but for the best flavor, let them sit for 3-5 days before eating
Notes
Crunchier Pickles Tip: Soak cucumbers in ice water for 30 minutes before pickling.
✔ For Spicy Pickles: Add extra chilies or a teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
✔ Shelf Life: Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes