Dill Pickles

Directions

  1. 1Trim ends off cucumbers and slice into spears.
  2. 2Pack cucumber spears tightly into a jar.
  3. 3Add dill, garlic cloves, ginger pieces, peppercorns, mustard seed (optional), and sugar to the jar.
  4. 4Combine water, white wine vinegar, and chili flakes in a pot and bring to a boil.
  5. 5Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers in the jar.
  6. 6Let the jar cool to room temperature, seal with a lid, and refrigerate.

Ingredients

  • 2 whole cucumber
  • 1 sprig dill
  • 4 clove garlic
  • 1 piece ginger, roughly cut
  • 1 tsp peppercorns
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp mustard seed (optional)
  • 2 cup water
  • 1 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp chili flakes

Equipment

knifecutting boardglass jartoothpickpot

Tips

  • Add mustard seed if you have it.
  • Store in the fridge for at least 8 hours or overnight before serving.