Crisp Garlic Dill Pickles
These easy refrigerator dill pickles are crisp, garlicky, and packed withclassic dill flavor. Made in a small batch with a simple brine, they come together quickly and require no canning—just a day in the fridge for fresh,crunchy homemade pickles.Thanks for cooking with us. Check out our other recipes. Visit us on Pinteresthttps://thepatientcook.com
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 clove garlic, smashed
- 1 sprig of fresh dill
- ½ teaspoon pickling spice
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 or 2 bay leaves
- ¼ cup vinegar, any kind, white or cider, work best
- Brine
Instructions
Brine
- Boil 8 cups of water. Let it boil for 2 minutes.
- Add ½ cup salt and boil until the salt is dissolved. About 1 minute more
- Set aside to cool. This could be done a day ahead.
Pickles
- Slice the cucumber however you’d like. Round slices or in spears, etc.
- Add the pickles to a mason jar
- Add remaining ingredients. Don’t forget the vinegar
- Fill the jar with brine so everything is covered
- Seal and place in the fridge for a day (if you can wait that long)