Refrigerator Pickles Recipe

Name: Refrigerator Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 canning jars (1 qt. Masons); bunch fresh dill; 2 qts. water, boiled; 1 1/2 c. distilled white vinegar; 8 tbsp. coarse sea salt; 6-8 sm. cucumbers; 3-4 stalks celery; one bag baby carrots; one bunch haricots certs; one bunch pink or white radish; one kohlrabi; 6-8 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 tbsp. pickling spice; (Can substitute celery root, beets, turnips or any other crunchy fresh veg.); Cheesecloth or Saran

Servings: persons

2 canning jars (1 qt. Masons)
bunch fresh dill
2 qts. water, boiled
1 1/2 c. distilled white vinegar
8 tbsp. coarse sea salt
6-8 sm. cucumbers
3-4 stalks celery
one bag baby carrots
one bunch haricots certs
one bunch pink or white radish
one kohlrabi
6-8 cloves garlic, peeled
2 tbsp. pickling spice
(Can substitute celery root, beets, turnips or any other crunchy fresh veg.)
Cheesecloth or Saran

1
Wash jars: Run canning jars thru dishwasher or wash thoroughly.
2
Prepare brine: Add to 2 quarts of boiled water that has been brought to room temperature,
3
vinegar and salt. (Use stainless or glass only for brine.)
4
Jar the pickles: Layer fresh dill on bottom of jars.
5
Pack dukes and other veg in tight.
6
Add 1 tbsp. pickling spice to each jar.
7
Add 3-4 garlic cloves, or to taste.
8
Add more dill.
9
Ladle in brine mixture to cover veg.
10
Cover with wrap, securing closed with rubber band.
11
Let stand in cool, dark spot, until soured, 48-72 hours.
12
Place lid securely on jar and refrigerate. These will keep 3-4 months in fridge.

718

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Fat

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 canning jars (1 qt. Masons), bunch fresh dill, 2 qts. water, boiled, 1 1/2 c. distilled white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Refrigerator 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Refrigerator Pickles

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Variations & substitutions

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