American dill pickles Recipe

Name: American dill pickles
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: about 1 quart
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound pickling cucumbers (about 4-5); 2 cups water; 1 cup white vinegar; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 4 cloves garlic, peeled and halved; 2 teaspoons dill seeds; 2 large sprigs fresh dill; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

American · Condiment · 20 min total

American dill pickles recipe videos

Classic crunchy dill pickles made with fresh cucumbers, garlic, and dill, brined to tangy perfection. Perfect for snacking or as a side.

20
min prep

8
servings

15
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 pound pickling cucumbers (about 4-5)
2 cups water
1 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
4 cloves garlic, peeled and halved
2 teaspoons dill seeds
2 large sprigs fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Wash cucumbers and trim off the blossom end. Cut into spears or leave whole if small.
In a non-reactive saucepan, combine water, vinegar, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve salt and sugar. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Place garlic, dill seeds, fresh dill, and red pepper flakes (if using) into a clean quart jar. Pack cucumbers tightly into the jar.
Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, covering them completely. Leave 1/2 inch headspace. Tap jar to release air bubbles.
Seal with lid and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating for best flavor. Pickles will keep for up to 3 months refrigerated.

Tips

For extra crunch, soak cucumbers in ice water for 30 minutes before pickling.
Use pickling cucumbers for best texture; regular cucumbers may become soft.
Adjust garlic and dill to taste.

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