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Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials

Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials for Flavor-Packed Pickles

Discover the secrets of Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials for creating vibrant, flavor-packed pickles that are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup vinegar apple cider or distilled white
  • 1 cup water filtered for the best taste
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar optional
For the Spice Mix
  • 2 pieces chili peppers Habanero or Jalapeño
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • spices mustard seeds, coriander, dill
Unique Additions
  • herbs like dill or oregano
  • exotic spices such as cumin

Equipment

  • medium-sized saucepan
  • Glass jars
  • Kitchen towel
  • Ladle

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cucumbers under cool running water and cut them into slices or spears, no thicker than ½ inch.
  2. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar. Heat over medium, stirring until dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat, add sliced chili peppers and crushed garlic, and let steep for at least 10 minutes.
  4. Pack cucumbers tightly into sterilized glass jars, leaving about ½ inch headspace.
  5. Ladle the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they're fully submerged, and leave ½ inch at the top.
  6. Seal jars with sterilized lids, let cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Pickles can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 months. Explore flavor variations by using different herbs and spices!

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