New Pickle
Discover the vibrant tang of homemade "New Pickle," a quick and easy refrigerator pickle recipe that's perfect for beginners and pickle enthusiasts alike! Crafted with fresh cucumbers, aromatic garlic, fragrant dill, and a zingy brine infused with mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat, this recipe produces irresistibly crunchy and flavorful pickles in just a few simple steps. With minimal prep time and no canning required, these pickles are ready to transform your sandwiches, salads, or charcuterie boards in as little as 24 hours. Perfect for small-batch preservation, "New Pickle" boasts the ideal balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors to elevate your home-cooking game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cucumbers (small, firm, and fresh)
- 1.5 cups White vinegar
- 1 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Salt (non-iodized)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 4 sprigs Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into rounds, spears, or leave them whole, depending on your preference.
Peel the garlic and slightly crush each clove to release its flavor.
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Remove from heat and allow the brine to cool slightly.
In clean, sterilized glass jars, add 1 garlic clove, 1 sprig of fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds, a few black peppercorns, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using) to the bottom of each jar.
Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jars, ensuring they remain upright if using spears.
Pour the slightly cooled brine over the cucumbers, covering them completely. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.
Gently tap the jars on the counter to remove any air bubbles, and adjust the cucumbers or brine level if needed.
Seal the jars with their lids and let them cool to room temperature for about 1 hour.
Once cooled, transfer the jars to the refrigerator. Allow the pickles to marinate for at least 24-48 hours (or longer for a stronger flavor) before serving.
Enjoy your homemade new pickles as a tangy snack or a zesty addition to your meals!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5842 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*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.
