Last Updated on August 11, 2024
Overnight Dill Pickles: No Canning Required—Just Crisp, Delicious Flavor! So Easy, It Feels Like Cheating!
If you’ve got a garden bursting with cucumbers, you’re in for a treat. Today, I’m sharing a recipe that’s almost too easy to believe—so easy, it feels like cheating! This method will give you crisp, flavorful dill pickles in just 48 hours, and the best part? There’s no need for canning.
Forget the complicated processes and long waits. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll have a jar full of delicious pickles that taste like they took hours to make. But don’t worry—I won’t tell anyone how simple it really is!
In the paragraphs and video below, I’ll guide you through the process, showing you exactly how to create these quick pickles right in your own kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener with a surplus of cucumbers or just starting out, this recipe is a breeze. Let’s dive in and get those cucumbers pickled in no time!
Ingredients:
- 1 quart jar
- Fresh cucumbers (trim ends and quarter them)
- 1 tablespoon of dill
- Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon of mustard seed
- 1/2 teaspoon of peppercorns
Brine:
- 1 cup of vinegar
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
Instructions:
- Place the quartered cucumbers, 1 tablespoon of dill, garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon of mustard seed, and 1/2 teaspoon of peppercorns into the quart jar.
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of vinegar, 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of sea salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Bring to a boil until everything is dissolved.
- Let the brine cool to room temperature, then pour it into the jar with the cucumbers and spices.
- Seal the jar and refrigerate for 48 hours.
- After 48 hours, your pickles are ready to enjoy—crisp, flavorful, and delicious!
These pickles are perfect as a snack, in sandwiches, or as a side dish. They’re crisp, tangy, and packed with flavor. Plus, they’re so easy to make that you’ll want to whip up a batch every time your cucumber plants start overflowing.
Give this recipe a try, and let us know how your pickles turn out in the comments below. Happy gardening and happy pickling!
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