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In this dill pickle recipe, always trim off stems and ends before pickling veg; enzymes in both can lead to mushy pickles.

Ingredients

Makes 2 quarts

2

lb. kirby cucumbers, quartered

10

large sprigs dill

1

cup white distilled vinegar

2

Tbsp. kosher salt

2

tsp. sugar

2

tsp. black peppercorns

2

tsp. caraway seeds

Special Equipment:

Two 1-qt. canning jars with lids

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Divide cucumbers and dill between jars. Bring vinegar, salt, sugar, peppercorns, caraway seeds, and 2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring to dissolve salt and sugar. Pour hot brine into jars, dividing evenly, and cover. Let cool, then chill.

    Step 2

    Do Ahead: Cucumbers can be pickled 2 months ahead. Keep chilled.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calculated for 32 servings (about 1/4 cup each): Calories (kcal) 5 Fat (g) 0 Saturated Fat (g) 0 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 1 Dietary Fiber (g) 0 Total Sugars (g) 1 Protein (g) 0 Sodium (mg) 360
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  • couple modifications taken from my Russian heritage: * less vinegar, more salt * couple slices of fresh ginger will add a nice kick * couple shakes from Trader Joes "Everything but the bagel sesame seasoning blend" * dry bay leaves

    • Anonymous

    • Chicago IL

    • 11/21/2019

  • Yes, but I love garlic too. 1/2 of each batch I put a few slices of jalapeno.

    • RJMyooper

    • U.P. of Michigan

    • 8/25/2019

  • This is the ONLY pickle recipe I use. So easy to follow. It's also a very easy recipe to add and subtract elements from. I add garlic because garlic is my fav. I also add in either Thai chilis or red pepper flakes, depending on how I'm feeling. You definitely want your dill to be fresh. Such a great way to use up cucumbers from my garden this summer!

    • Anonymous

    • Wilmington, DE

    • 7/3/2019