Homemade spicy pickles!🥒 in honor of my first viral TikTok🥺

Ingredients

• 4 medium Cucumbers (washed; keep whole or slice lengthwise)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Dill (chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (smashed)
• 1 Jalapeno (chopped; seeds removed for less heat if desired)
• 2 cups Water (filtered)
• 2 cups White Distilled Vinegar (5% acidity)
• 3 tbsp Kosher Salt (a little less than 1/4 cup)
• 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Mustard Seeds (yellow)
• 0.5 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional for extra kick)
• 1 tbsp Maple Syrup (pure, adds subtle sweetness)
• 1 leaf Bay Leaf (optional; helps keep cucumbers crisp)

Instructions

1. Wash Cucumbers

   Rinse the cucumbers under cold water, scrubbing gently with a brush to remove any dirt.

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2. Prepare Aromatics

   Chop the fresh dill, smash the garlic cloves, mince them further if desired, and dice the jalapeno (remove seeds for milder heat).

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3. Make the Brine

   In a saucepan combine water, vinegar, kosher salt, ground pepper, mustard seeds, crushed red pepper, and maple syrup. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the salt fully dissolves.

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   Temperature: medium heat

4. Pack the Jar

   Place the washed cucumbers into the glass jar. Add the chopped dill, smashed garlic, diced jalapeno, and the optional bay leaf.

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5. Add the Hot Brine

   Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are completely covered. Tap the jar gently to release any trapped air bubbles.

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6. Cool and Refrigerate

   Allow the jar to cool to room temperature (about 5 minutes), then seal with the lid and place in the refrigerator. Let the pickles sit for 3–4 days before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

15

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

3g

Fat

0g

Fiber

0.5g