Monday, January 28, 2013

Refrigerator Dill Pickles


Ingredients:
1/4 to 1/3 cup granulated sugar
1-1/2 cups distilled white vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dill seeds
2 cups hot water
3/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh dill
3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped

4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
2 pounds kirby cucumbers, sliced 1/4-inch thick


Directions:
1) Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, coriander seeds and dill seeds in a heatproof bowl. Add hot water and stir until sugar dissolves and liquid is clear. Cool to room temperature.
2) Place cucumbers, garlic and dill in a large bowl. Toss to combine. Pour brine over all and turn to coat cucumbers. Cover them with a plate to weigh them down and keep them covered in brine. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, stirring once or twice. Transfer to an airtight container and store for up to two weeks. Yield: 1 quart.