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Easy Crispy Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe No Canning Needed

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A quick and easy refrigerator dill pickles recipe that delivers crisp, tangy pickles without the need for canning. Perfect for summer gatherings and simple snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 grams) fresh cucumbers (Kirby or pickling cucumbers preferred)
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh dill (or dried dill weed as substitute)
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 cups (475 ml) white vinegar (apple cider vinegar as alternative)
  • 2 cups (475 ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons pickling salt (kosher salt as substitute, avoid iodized table salt)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into spears or rounds about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine white vinegar, water, pickling salt, and granulated sugar. Stir until mostly dissolved. Optionally warm slightly to dissolve faster.
  3. Place dill sprigs, smashed garlic cloves, black peppercorns, bay leaf, and optional red pepper flakes into each jar.
  4. Pack the sliced cucumbers tightly into the jars, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) headspace.
  5. Pour the brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Press down gently to remove air pockets.
  6. Seal jars with airtight lids and refrigerate for at least 48 hours before tasting; flavor improves after 4-5 days.
  7. Check pickles for crunch and flavor; optionally add fresh dill or garlic halfway through for stronger aroma.

Notes

Use pickling salt to maintain crispness; avoid iodized table salt. Smash garlic cloves to release more flavor. Press cucumbers down to keep them submerged and avoid air pockets. Smaller, firm cucumbers yield better texture. Soaking cucumbers in ice water for an hour before slicing can increase crispness. Store pickles in the fridge up to 3 weeks. To re-crisp softened pickles, soak in ice water for 20 minutes before serving.

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