Mock Cherry Dills
Add a tangy twist to your pickle game with "Mock Cherry Dills," a delightful recipe that combines the crispness of fresh pickling cucumbers with the unexpected sweetness of cherry juice concentrate. This simple yet inventive recipe transforms everyday dill pickles into a vibrant, sweet-and-sour treat with a striking rosy hue. Infused with pickling spices, fresh dill sprigs, and garlic, these refrigerator pickles pack a punch of flavor in every bite. Ready in just minutes of prep (with a required chill time to develop flavors), this unique recipe is perfect for snack boards, sandwich toppers, or a fun twist on traditional pickles. Whether you're a seasoned canner or a beginner looking to try your hand at pickling, these Mock Cherry Dills are sure to become a favorite creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 Fresh small cucumbers (pickling cucumbers)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups White vinegar
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Pickling spice mix
- 1 cup Cherry juice concentrate
- 5 Fresh dill sprigs
- 4 Garlic cloves, peeled and halved
Instructions
Rinse the cucumbers thoroughly and trim off both ends.
In a large pot, combine the water, white vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Add the pickling spice mix and cherry juice concentrate to the pot. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the brine to cool slightly.
In sterilized glass jars, place a few sprigs of fresh dill and half a garlic clove at the bottom of each jar.
Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jars, leaving at least 1/2 inch of space at the top.
Pour the warm brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave about 1/4 inch of headspace to allow for expansion.
Seal the jars with airtight lids and allow them to cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate the jars for at least 48 hours to allow the flavors to develop before serving. The cucumbers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14287 mg | 621% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 449.5 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 411.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2377 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
