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Flavorful Spicy Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe with Garlic and Red Pepper Easy and Homemade

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A quick and easy spicy refrigerator dill pickle recipe featuring garlic and red pepper flakes for a bold, tangy, and crunchy snack ready in 24 hours.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds pickling cucumbers (about 900 g), firm and fresh
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves, peeled and sliced thinly
  • 1–2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, depending on heat preference
  • 4–5 sprigs fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dried dill
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white distilled vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • Optional: pinch of sugar

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice off the blossom ends to prevent softening. Cut into spears or 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick rounds, depending on preference.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a large mixing bowl. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt and toss well to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, and salt. Warm over medium heat, stirring until salt dissolves. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  4. Drain cucumbers slightly but keep some liquid. Layer cucumber slices, garlic slices, dill sprigs, and red pepper flakes evenly into jars. Add black peppercorns if using.
  5. Pour cooled brine over cucumbers, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) headspace. Ensure cucumbers are submerged. Seal jars tightly.
  6. Place jars in refrigerator for at least 24 hours before tasting. Flavor intensifies over next few days.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cucumbers for best crunch. Salt cucumbers to draw out moisture and keep pickles crisp. Pour cooled brine to preserve texture. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat. Shake jars gently once or twice during the first day to distribute flavors. Store pickles in refrigerator up to 3 weeks; best consumed within 10-14 days for maximum crunch.

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