Description
Experience the vibrant crunch and tangy explosion of homemade fermented pickles! These delightful pickles are not only easy to make but also add a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfect as a snack or a zesty addition to sandwiches, these pickles will transport you back to warm summer days and family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a jar full of crunchy goodness that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh Kirby cucumbers
- 2 cups filtered water
- 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
- 4 garlic cloves, peeled
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Sterilize jars by boiling for 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, heat water and salt until dissolved; let cool.
- Layer cucumbers, garlic, dill, and spices in sterilized jars.
- Pour cooled brine over cucumbers until submerged, leaving half an inch headspace.
- Seal jars tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 5-7 days.
- Taste after one week; ferment longer for tangier pickles if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 6
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg