Spicy Dill Pickles
Make spicy dill pickles to brighten up your snacks, sandwiches and salads, or eat them just as they are.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1½ Cups rice wine vinegar
- 1½ Cups apple cider vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons honey
- 1 Teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 Tablespoons peppercorns
- 2 Tablespoons kosher salt
- 8 Sprigs fresh dill weed
- 2 Pounds cucumber scored and sliced
- 1 red onion medium, julienne-cut
Instructions
- Mix the vinegar, honey, pepper flakes, peppercorns, and salt in a pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce to simmer and cook for 3 minutes.
- Let cool to room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sliced cucumbers and onions together. Pour the cooled liquid over. Add the dill, cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Serve with a relish tray or on sandwiches.
Notes
Use super fresh ingredients: Use firm, fresh cucumbers and crisp, vibrant dill for the best flavor and texture. Overripe or soft cucumbers won’t hold up well in the brine.
Cool the brine properly: Allow it to cool completely before pouring it over the cucumbers and onions. This prevents the heat from cooking the vegetables, preserving their crunch.
Keep an eye on salt: Adjust the amount of salt to taste, especially if you’re using a different type than kosher salt, as salt levels can vary between types.
Customize your heat: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your heat preference. Start with a smaller amount and taste before adding more.
Experiment with flavors: Feel free to add other spices or herbs to the brine to create your own unique pickle flavor profile.
Cool the brine properly: Allow it to cool completely before pouring it over the cucumbers and onions. This prevents the heat from cooking the vegetables, preserving their crunch.
Keep an eye on salt: Adjust the amount of salt to taste, especially if you’re using a different type than kosher salt, as salt levels can vary between types.
Customize your heat: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your heat preference. Start with a smaller amount and taste before adding more.
Experiment with flavors: Feel free to add other spices or herbs to the brine to create your own unique pickle flavor profile.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1755mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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