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Easy Crispy Dill Refrigerator Pickles Recipe Ready in 24 Hours

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A quick and easy refrigerator pickle recipe that delivers fresh, crispy, and tangy dill pickles ready in just 24 hours without the need for canning or boiling.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Kirby or Persian cucumbers, sliced into spears or rounds
  • 1 large bunch fresh dill (about 1/2 cup loosely packed), plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 1/2 cups white vinegar (distilled white vinegar recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups water (filtered or tap)
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Cut off the blossom ends to prevent mushiness. Slice into spears about 3-4 inches long or rounds about 1/4 inch thick according to preference. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups white vinegar, 1 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve completely. (5 minutes)
  3. Place smashed garlic cloves, dill bunch, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the bottom of a clean quart-sized glass jar.
  4. Tightly pack the cucumber slices on top, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top. (10 minutes)
  5. Slowly pour the brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Tap the jar lightly to release any air bubbles. Seal the jar with a lid. (5 minutes)
  6. Place the jar in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before tasting. The pickles will keep for up to 2 weeks refrigerated but are best within the first week for maximum crispness.

Notes

For extra crispness, soak cucumber spears in ice water for 30 minutes before packing. Keep cucumbers fully submerged in brine to avoid soft spots. Use fresh dill for best flavor. Store pickles in the coldest part of the fridge. Pickles are best eaten within the first week for maximum crunch. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or omitting garlic for a milder flavor.

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