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three jars of pickles with garlic and salt on the side.
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How to Make Pickles

How to make pickles in a matter of minutes! This quick, homemade pickle brine is loaded with flavor, and made to preserve freshness. These pickles are perfectly salty, and extra crunchy!
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Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 3-4 small pickling cucumbers, cut into spears (or 1 English cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch rounds)
  • 4-5 sprigs fresh dill
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup vinegar, such as white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole yellow mustard seeds

Instructions

  • Place cut cucumber, fresh dill, garlic cloves, and whole yellow mustard seed into one large glass jar, or separate into 2 smaller glass jars.
  • Heat water, vinegar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat until salt has dissolved completely.
  • Pour water mixture into jar(s) until cucumbers are completely covered. Secure jar with lid, then refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal