If you’re a fan of pickles with a kick, this Spicy Garlic Dill Pickle recipe is perfect for you. These pickles are crunchy, tangy, and infused with the bold flavors of fresh garlic, dill, and spicy chili peppers. They’re easy to make at home and can be enjoyed as a snack, a side dish, or a flavorful addition to your favorite sandwiches and burgers. Here’s a detailed recipe to guide you through making your own batch of Spicy Garlic Dill Pickles.
Ingredients:
For the Pickles:
- 6-8 small to medium-sized cucumbers, preferably pickling cucumbers
- 4 cups (960 ml) water
- 2 cups (480 ml) white vinegar
- ¼ cup (60 g) kosher salt (or pickling salt)
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) sugar (optional, to balance the acidity)
- 10-12 cloves garlic, peeled and slightly crushed
- 2-3 fresh dill heads (or 2 tablespoons dried dill seeds)
- 2-4 small dried red chili peppers (or 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) coriander seeds
- 2-3 bay leaves
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat