FAQ
There’s a certain kind of magic in the unmistakable crunch of a homemade dill pickle recipe. We’ve always had a soft spot for these tangy delights. They are more than just a condiment or a side dish; they’re a love letter to simple, wholesome, and flavorful food.
The beauty of pickles lies in their crispness, their refreshing tanginess, and the way they can transform any dish with a burst of flavor. Making your own pickles at home is like capturing the essence of freshness in a jar, ready to be savored whenever your palate craves a zesty kick.
Pickles, particularly garlic dill pickles, are a powerhouse of flavor and health benefits. They’re low in calories and high in vitamin K. But the real game-changer? Making them at home allows you to control the sodium content and avoid the preservatives often found in store-bought versions.
Now, let’s talk about our unique recipe that will make your homemade pickles stand out from the crowd. It’s not just the garlic or the dill that makes it special, but the careful balance of flavors and the simple process that ensures every bite is as delightful as the last.
Our easy dill pickle recipe calls for fresh cucumbers, fragrant dill, punchy garlic, distilled white vinegar, water, kosher salt, sugar, and peppercorns. These simple ingredients, when combined, create a symphony of flavors that is hard to resist.
As for kitchen tools, you’ll need a large pot for boiling the brine, a couple of clean mason jars for storing the pickles, and a basic kitchen knife for cutting the cucumbers. The technique is straightforward – mix, boil, pour and wait. The waiting might be the hardest part, but trust us, the result is worth every tick of the clock.
So, are you ready to embark on this pickle-making adventure? Let’s dive into the detailed recipe below and uncover the joy of creating homemade garlic dill pickles. A world of tangy delight awaits!
Use these dill pickles to make our Nutrisystem-approved recipe for Air Fried Pickles! And if you’re craving more pickled goodness, make sure to also try our Dill Pickle Egg Salad and Dill Pickle Popcorn!
Servings: 12 (1 serving = 2 spears)
Calories per Serving: 7
On Nutrisystem, Count As: Free Food
Ingredients:
- 6 Persian cucumbers or pickling cucumbers, quartered or sliced
- 2 cloves garlic
- Handful of fresh dill
- 10 peppercorns
- 1 cup distilled white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp. white sugar
- 1 Tbsp. kosher salt
Directions:
- Place cucumbers, garlic, dill and peppercorns in a mason jar.
- Heat vinegar, water, sugar and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve. Let cool.
- Pour the vinegar mixture into the mason jar with the cucumbers. Refrigerate for a week before eating.
