New York Style Deli Pickles Recipe

Name: New York Style Deli Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 gallons pickling cucumbers, medium sized, scrubbed; 2 heads fresh dill, plants flower heads only; 2 heads garlic, peeled; 1 cup pickling salt; 1/2 cup pickling spices; 3 tablespoons peppercorns; 3 dried hot red chili peppers; 2 cinnamon sticks, broken; 5 bay leaves; water, to cover

Servings: persons

1
Layer the cucumbers and dill heads with garlic.
2
Pour the remaining ingredients over all and cover with cold, fresh water, filtered if you can.
3
Cover with cheesecloth.
4
Weigh down the pickles with a plate and jar of water. Cover with a clean tea towel.
5
Check after 72 hours, remove any scum that may have formed and wash cheesecloth, plate and jar of water and replace them.
6
Check after another 72 hours and see if they are done enough for you. If so, pack into sterile jars and cover with the brine.
7
Store in the refrigerator to slow the fermentation process.
8
I make these in a big dough bucket and pack into gallon jars and some plastic containers to give as gifts.

786

kcal

Calories

Fat

188

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 gallons pickling cucumbers, medium sized, scrubbed, 2 heads fresh dill, plants flower heads only, 2 heads garlic, peeled, 1 cup pickling salt, and more.

Yes, New York Style Deli Pickles falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New York Style Deli Pickles

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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