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Quick Tangy Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe with Garlic and Red Pepper – Easy Homemade Snack

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These quick tangy refrigerator dill pickles with garlic and red pepper are a fast, flavorful snack with a perfect balance of tanginess and subtle heat. Ready to eat in just 24 hours, they are crunchy, easy to make, and perfect for snacking or adding to sandwiches and salads.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Kirby cucumbers or regular cucumbers, sliced into spears or rounds
  • 4–5 garlic cloves, smashed or thinly sliced
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup white vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt or pickling salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry about 4 medium cucumbers. Slice them into spears or rounds, depending on your preference.
  2. Peel 4-5 garlic cloves and smash them lightly with the flat side of a knife or thinly slice.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Stir until salt and sugar dissolve. Optionally warm slightly to speed dissolution.
  4. Place fresh dill sprigs, smashed garlic, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes into each clean quart-sized glass jar.
  5. Pack the cucumber slices tightly into the jars without crushing.
  6. Pour the brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged, leaving about half an inch of space at the top. Press down with a clean utensil if needed.
  7. Seal the jars with tight-fitting lids and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before tasting. Pickles keep well up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

Notes

Use fresh, crisp cucumbers for best results. Kosher or pickling salt dissolves better and avoids cloudy brine. Adjust red pepper flakes carefully to control heat. Pickles taste better after 48 hours and can be kept up to 2 weeks refrigerated. To re-crisp softened pickles, soak in ice water for 10-15 minutes before serving. Variations include adding jalapeño for more heat, skipping garlic for a ginger twist, or using different vinegars and herbs.

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