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Easy Quick Refrigerator Dill Pickles Recipe Ready in 24 Hours

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A quick and easy refrigerator dill pickles recipe that delivers crisp, tangy pickles ready in just 24 hours using simple pantry ingredients and fresh cucumbers.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 Kirby or pickling cucumbers (about 1.5 pounds / 700 grams), sliced into spears or rounds
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly smashed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar (distilled vinegar preferred)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice into spears about 3 inches (7.5 cm) long or into 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick rounds.
  2. Place fresh dill sprigs, garlic cloves, black peppercorns, and optional red pepper flakes at the bottom of each clean jar.
  3. Tightly pack the sliced cucumbers into the jars, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) space at the top.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring until salt and sugar dissolve (about 3-4 minutes). Do not boil.
  5. Pour the warm brine over the cucumbers in each jar, covering them completely.
  6. Seal jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before tasting. For stronger flavor, refrigerate up to 3 days.
  7. After 24 hours, open a jar and enjoy the crisp, tangy pickles.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cucumbers for best crunch. Warming the brine helps dissolve salt and sugar faster. Let pickles rest a full 24 hours for best flavor. Store refrigerated up to 3 weeks. To re-crisp softened pickles, soak in ice water for 20 minutes before serving. Salt is essential for flavor and texture—don’t skip it. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or swapping apple cider vinegar for a sweeter brine.

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