
Crunchy, garlicky, and bright with fresh dill, these refrigerator pickles are the kind of thing you'll want to keep stocked at all times. Persian or Kirby cucumbers hold their snap beautifully in the brine, so every bite delivers that satisfying crunch you'd expect from a classic deli pickle. The brine itself is a simple mix of white vinegar, water, salt, and just a touch of sugar, with mustard seeds and black peppercorns adding a subtle depth that makes these taste far more complex than the effort involved. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional, but it gives the finished pickles a gentle kick that's hard to resist. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination stress ā just straightforward, wholesome pickling. They're ready to eat after an hour in the fridge, though letting them sit overnight takes the flavor to another level entirely. Pile them on sandwiches, serve them alongside burgers, or eat them straight from the jar ā no judgment.
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Wash and dry the cucumbers, then slice into 1/4-inch rounds or cut lengthwise into spears. Divide the cucumber slices, garlic, peppercorns, mustard seeds, red pepper flakes (if using), and dill sprigs evenly between two clean pint-sized mason jars, packing them in snugly.
Combine the vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved, about 2ā3 minutes. Remove from heat.
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