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Crisp Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickle Chips

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A quick and easy recipe for tangy, crunchy garlic dill refrigerator pickle chips that are ready in under 24 hours and perfect for snacks or sandwich toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Kirby cucumbers or pickling cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, smashed or thinly sliced
  • 3–4 fresh dill sprigs (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 1 cup white distilled vinegar (240 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers into thin, uniform chips about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thick using a mandoline or sharp knife. (10 minutes)
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Toss gently to coat and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess water. (30 minutes)
  3. While cucumbers rest, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon mustard seeds in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. (10 minutes)
  4. Rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt. Drain thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel. (5 minutes)
  5. Layer the cucumber slices, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh dill sprigs evenly into clean glass jars. Pour the warm brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. (5 minutes)
  6. Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate. Let the pickles develop flavor for at least 12 hours, preferably 24 hours for maximum crunch and taste. (24 hours+)

Notes

If cucumbers float above the brine, press down lightly with a clean utensil or add a small weight. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Warm the brine but do not boil to preserve dill flavor. Rinse and pat dry cucumbers after salting to avoid overly salty or soggy pickles. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or swapping vinegar types for different flavor profiles.

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