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Quick Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles: Easy 5-Minute Recipe

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These Quick Garlic Dill Refrigerator Pickles are crisp, punchy, and packed with garlicky-dill flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes of active work, they’re the perfect easy snack or sandwich topper.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cucumbers (about 3–4 medium), preferably Kirby or Persian
  • 4–6 sprigs fresh dill
  • 4–6 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon (18 g) kosher salt or pickling salt
  • 1 teaspoon (4 g) sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into ¼-inch thick rounds. Trim off the stem end but leave a little bit on to help keep slices firm.
  2. Smash each garlic clove with the flat side of a knife. Rinse the dill sprigs and pat dry.
  3. Layer the cucumber slices, garlic cloves, dill sprigs, and peppercorns in a 1-quart mason jar. Pack them in fairly tightly.
  4. In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine the white vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Stir until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved.
  5. Slowly pour the brine into the jar until the cucumbers are completely submerged, leaving about ½ inch of headspace.
  6. Gently tap the jar on the counter a few times, then use a chopstick or wooden spoon to release any trapped air bubbles.
  7. Put the lid on tightly and give the jar a gentle shake to distribute everything evenly. Place it in the refrigerator.
  8. Wait at least 24-48 hours before eating for best flavor. The pickles reach their peak around day 3-4.

Notes

Don’t skip the salt—it helps maintain crisp texture. Use fresh garlic, not pre-minced. For best results, let pickles develop for 48 hours before eating. Shake the jar gently every day or two to redistribute flavors. These are not shelf-stable; keep refrigerated at all times.

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