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Ultra-Crispy Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles: Ready in 24 Hours (No Canning Needed)

Close-up of crisp cucumber spears being made into refrigerator pickles with dill and spices in a glass jar.
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Make crunchy, flavorful homemade dill pickles quickly without using a canner. These refrigerator pickles are ready in 24 hours and are perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs pickling cucumbers (Kirby or Persian), sliced into spears or rounds
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 heads fresh dill (or 4 tsp dried dill seed)
  • 1/4 cup pickling salt (or kosher salt)
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 2 cups white vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for balance)

Instructions

  1. Wash cucumbers thoroughly. Trim off the blossom end of each cucumber; this end contains enzymes that can soften the pickles. Slice cucumbers to your desired thickness.
  2. In two clean, quart-sized glass jars, divide the garlic cloves, fresh dill (or dill seed), peppercorns, and mustard seeds evenly between them.
  3. Pack the cucumber slices tightly into the jars, leaving about 1 inch of headspace at the top.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, salt, and sugar (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.
  5. Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers in the jars, ensuring all cucumbers are submerged. Tap the jars gently to release any trapped air bubbles.
  6. Wipe the rims clean, seal the jars with lids, and allow them to cool on the counter for about 1 hour.
  7. Transfer the sealed jars to the refrigerator. Allow the pickles to chill and cure for a minimum of 24 hours before eating for best flavor and crunch. They are best eaten within 3 weeks.

Notes

  • For the crispiest pickles, soak the cucumbers in ice water for 30 minutes before slicing and packing.
  • If you prefer a sweeter pickle, increase the sugar in the brine to 1/4 cup and reduce the salt slightly.
  • These are quick vinegar pickles and must remain stored in the refrigerator. Do not store at room temperature.

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