Pickled Gherkins Recipe Quick and Easy
Transform your fresh gherkins into tangy, zesty perfection with this quick and easy Pickled Gherkins recipe! Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this simple recipe combines fresh cucumbers with a perfectly balanced blend of white vinegar, dill, garlic, and warm spices like mustard seeds and black peppercorns. Add a hint of heat with optional chili flakes for extra flair! Perfect for snacking, garnishing sandwiches, or elevating charcuterie boards, these crisp, homemade pickles are ready to enjoy in just 24 hours and can be stored in your fridge for weeks. Ideal for beginners and seasoned home cooks alike, this no-fuss recipe is your go-to guide to creating flavorful, refrigerator-friendly pickles in no time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh gherkins (small cucumbers)
- 250 milliliters White vinegar
- 250 milliliters Water
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 15 grams Salt
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 3 sprigs Dill sprigs (fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the gherkins thoroughly and trim the ends if necessary. Set them aside.
In a saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt dissolve. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and then remove from heat.
Lightly crush the garlic cloves to release their flavor. In a clean, heat-proof jar (or multiple smaller jars), place the garlic cloves, fresh dill sprigs, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and chili flakes (if using).
Tightly pack the gherkins into the jar(s) without crushing them. Make sure the seasoning ingredients are evenly distributed.
Pour the hot brine mixture over the gherkins, ensuring they are completely submerged. Leave a small gap at the top of the jar for expansion.
Seal the jar(s) with lids and allow them to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the jar(s) to the refrigerator.
Let the gherkins pickle for at least 24 hours before serving for the best flavor. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5922 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 847 mg | 18% | |
*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.
