Fresh Pack Kosher Dill Pickles Recipe

Name: Fresh Pack Kosher Dill Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: about 50 cucumbers (3 to 5-inches long); sugar; mixed pickling spice; garlic; brine is 15%; plain salt (not iodized); vinegar; water; mustard seed; dill seed or fresh dill; 3 Tbsp. salt to each qt. water (measure carefully, success of pickles depend on brine strength)

Servings: persons

1
Wash pickles well, especially around blossom end.
2
Soak overnight in enough brine to cover.
3
Next day, drain and pack pickles into quart jars, putting in 2 tablespoons of mustard seed, 2 cloves of garlic, 3 heads of dill or 1 tablespoon of dill seed per quart.
4
Mix 1 1/2 quarts vinegar, 3/4 cup salt, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 1/4 quarts water and 2 tablespoons mixed pickling spice in cloth bag.
5
Bring to boil and pour over pickles in jars.
6
Seal and process in boiling hot water for 20 minutes.
7
Have water boiling and start timing when you put jars in.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: about 50 cucumbers (3 to 5-inches long), sugar, mixed pickling spice, garlic, and more.

Yes, Fresh Pack Kosher Dill Pickles falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fresh Pack Kosher Dill Pickles

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Variations & substitutions

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