Description
Transform your meals with homemade crunchy fermented pickles that pack a flavorful punch. These tangy, vibrant delights are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Perfect for barbecues, salads, or snacking straight from the jar, these pickles will elevate any dish. Experience the joy of fermentation and enjoy a burst of flavor with every bite!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cucumbers (sliced or speared)
- 2 tablespoons sea salt (non-iodized)
- 4 cups filtered water
- 4 dill sprigs (fresh)
- 4 garlic cloves (smashed)
- 1 tablespoon whole peppercorns (black or mixed)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash cucumbers and cut them into spears or slices.
- 2. Make Brine: In a bowl, mix filtered water with sea salt until dissolved.
- 3. Layer Flavors: Place dill sprigs at the bottom of a clean jar, followed by garlic and peppercorns. Pack cucumber pieces tightly on top.
- 4. Add Brine: Pour the brine over cucumbers ensuring they are fully submerged; place a weight if necessary.
- 5. Seal and Store: Tighten the lid but allow gases to escape; store in a cool dark place for 5-7 days. Check daily for taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Snack
- Method: Fermenting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg