Description

Refrigerator Kosher Dill Pickles are a delightful way to enjoy homemade pickles without the hassle of canning. This easy recipe mimics the beloved Claussen brand, delivering crispy, tangy pickles right from your fridge. With fresh garlic, aromatic dill, and a perfectly balanced brine, these pickles are ideal for snacking, enhancing sandwiches, or serving at gatherings. The best part? They’re ready to enjoy in just three days! Customize them with your favorite spices for a unique twist that caters to your taste buds.

Ingredients

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6 cups water
2 cups apple cider vinegar
⅓ cup dried minced onion
6 garlic cloves (minced)
1 ½ teaspoons yellow mustard seed
⅓ cup canning salt
About 18 pickling cucumbers
6 heads fresh dill (or 4 ½ teaspoons dried dill seed)

Instructions

Prepare the brine by boiling water, vinegar, onion, garlic, mustard seed, and canning salt until dissolved. Cool to room temperature.
Sterilize six wide-mouth quart canning jars by boiling them for 10 minutes.
Wash cucumbers and slice them lengthwise.
Pack jars with cucumber halves/quarters and fresh dill.
Pour cooled brine over cucumbers until submerged. Seal jars loosely.
Let marinate at room temperature for three days before refrigerating.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Refrigerating
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pickle (50g)
Calories: 15
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 440mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use fresh pickling cucumbers for the best crunch. Experiment with spices like coriander or red pepper flakes for added flavor. Store unopened jars in the refrigerator for up to six months.