Super Simple No Cook Sweet and Spicy Pickles
Transform your snacking game with these *Super Simple No Cook Sweet and Spicy Pickles*—a quick and effortless recipe that requires no cooking at all! Crafted with crisp Kirby cucumbers, a touch of red chili flakes for heat, and a balanced blend of granulated sugar and white vinegar for that perfect sweet-and-tangy kick, these pickles come together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Infused with bold flavors from garlic, mustard seeds, and optional fresh dill, this refrigerator pickle recipe offers incredible versatility as a crunchy snack, a bright burger topping, or a zesty sandwich companion. Ready in as little as 4 hours and boasting a satisfying sweet-heat profile, these no-cook pickles are the ideal solution for busy pickle lovers looking for homemade convenience. Perfect for summer barbecues or everyday cravings, this small-batch recipe stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Kirby cucumbers or pickling cucumbers
- 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 cup White vinegar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard seeds
- 2 sprigs Fresh dill sprigs (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds or spears, according to your preference.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sugar, kosher salt, and water. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
Add the white vinegar, red chili flakes, mustard seeds, and sliced garlic to the mixture. Stir to combine.
If using, add the fresh dill sprigs into the mixture for an additional layer of flavor.
Place the sliced cucumbers into a large, clean jar or container, leaving a little space at the top.
Pour the prepared vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged in the liquid.
Seal the jar or container tightly and place it in the refrigerator.
Let the pickles sit in the fridge for at least 4 hours to develop flavor. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
Serve as a crunchy snack, burger topping, or sandwich condiment. These pickles will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 23 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.9 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 120 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
