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Refrigerator Garlic Dill Pickles
Refrigerator Garlic Dill Pickles are incredibly easy to make. This easy step by step recipe is perfect for beginners because it’s not canned. Just pour the brine over the pickles and toss them in the fridge.
Equipment
- Mason Jars with lids
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Cucumbers
- 6 Garlic cloves, peeled or minced (optional)
- 4 Fresh dill sprigs, or 4 teaspoons dried
- 1 cup White vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons Kosher salt
- 2 Tablespoons White sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 1 Tablespoon Coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- ¼ teaspoon Red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers in quarters.
- Place the cucumbers in mason jars (or a large container if you don’t care about using mason jars).
- Evenly divide the dill and garlic into the mason jars, and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, salt and sugar.
- Heat over medium-heat until the salt and sugar are melted, whisking occasionally.
- Place the water in a large bowl or large measuring cup.
- Pour the vinegar mixture into the water.
- Whisk in the coriander seeds, mustard seeds and optional red pepper flakes.
- Pour the brine into the mason jars, fully immersing the cucumbers.
- Attach the mason jar lids and place jars in the fridge for 24 hours.
Christina's Notes
- Use Fresh, Firm Cucumbers: The quality of your cucumbers is key to this recipe for homemade dill pickles. Avoid cucumbers that are soft, bruised, or have blemishes.
- Don't Skip the Blossom End Removal: This small step can significantly impact the crispness of your pickles.
- Pack Jars Tightly (But Not Too Tight): You want the cucumbers to be submerged in the brine, but don't pack them so tightly that the brine can't circulate.
- Burp the Jars: Occasionally, especially in the first few days, you might want to "burp" the pint jars by opening them briefly to release any air bubbles.
- Adjust Sweetness Gradually: If you prefer less sweet pickles, start with a smaller amount of sugar and taste the brine before adding more.
- Smash Garlic for More Flavor: Gently smashing the garlic cloves releases more of their oils and intensifies the garlic flavor.
- Use Fresh Dill: Fresh dill weed provides the best flavor. If you must use dried dill, use about 1 tablespoon per cup of fresh dill called for.
- Let Them Brine Long Enough: Resist the urge to eat them too soon! Allowing sufficient brining time is essential for the flavors to meld and the pickling process to occur.
- Store in the Refrigerator: This recipe for garlic dill pickles are refrigerator pickles and must be stored in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
- Experiment with Spices: Don't be afraid to try different combinations of spices to create your signature pickle flavor!
- Serve Recipe With: Serve with Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles, or on an Easy Charcuterie Board or Cast Iron Burgers.