Nothin' Sweet About These Spicy Refrigerator Pickles

Nothin' Sweet About These Spicy Refrigerator Pickles
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    24 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    20

These refrigerator pickles are a fiery delight, designed for those who crave intense flavor without a hint of sweetness. A carefully curated blend of spices and fresh ingredients ensures a piquant snacking experience. Crisp, tangy, and ready in just 24 hours, they're the perfect quick pickle for heat seekers.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    488 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
0 mins

In a saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, pickling salt, Tellicherry peppercorns, yellow mustard seeds, brown mustard seeds, white sugar, and red pepper flakes.

02

Step
7 mins

Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved. (5-7 minutes)

03

Step
30 mins

Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes.

04

Step
5 mins

While the mixture cools, prepare the cucumbers by cutting them into evenly sized spears.

05

Step
5 mins

Pack the cucumber spears tightly into a clean, 1-liter glass jar with a wide mouth.

06

Step
3 mins

Add the sliced white onion, fresh dill sprigs, and slightly crushed garlic clove to the jar.

07

Step
2 mins

Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are completely submerged. If necessary, add a bit more water and vinegar in equal proportions to cover.

08

Step
24 mins

Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a few slices of fresh ginger or a halved jalapeño to the jar.
The spice level can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
Ensure the cucumbers are fully submerged in the brine to prevent spoilage.
These pickles will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. However, their texture is best within the first week.

Alexzander Vonrueden

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Ruben Mertz

    I used apple cider vinegar and it gave the pickles a lovely, slightly sweet flavor.

  • Emmet Hamill

    I doubled the recipe and gave some away as gifts. Everyone raved about them!

  • Sterling Bednar

    I love how quick and easy this recipe is. I made a batch last night and they were ready to snack on today. The spice level is perfect for me!

  • Enola Wehner

    The Tellicherry peppercorns add a really unique flavor. So much better than regular pickles!

  • Delbert Bergehirthe

    I added a few slices of jalapeno for an extra kick, and they were a hit! Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Taylor Johnson

    These are dangerous! I can't stop eating them!

  • Nola Beahan

    These pickles are amazing! The perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory. I'll never buy store-bought pickles again!

  • Garrick Oconner

    Simple to follow and so tasty! I will make these again and again!

  • Kellen Doyle

    This is exactly the kind of pickle I've been looking for - not too sweet!

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