Spicy Homemade Pickles
Spicy Homemade Pickles are an easy and efficient way to repurpose leftover pickle juice by transforming fresh cucumbers into deliciously tangy and spicy pickles. The process involves enhancing the leftover pickle juice with added spices such as red pepper flakes, garlic, dill, and mustard seeds, then boiling it and immersing fresh cucumber slices in the hot liquid. Once cooled, these pickles develop their flavor over a few hours in the refrigerator, resulting in a crunchy snack that's perfect for enjoying as a side or standalone treat.
When you have leftover pickle juice, don't let it go to waste. With a few added flavors and a short wait, you can whip up a batch of spicy pickles in under 6 hours. This is a straightforward kitchen hack that will have you relishing the tangy, spicy crunch of homemade pickles!
Ingredients
š„ 4 medium cucumbers
š¶ļø 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
š§ 3 cloves garlic, sliced
šæ 1 tablespoon dill seeds or fresh dill
š„ 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
š§ Leftover pickle juice (enough to cover cucumbers)
Instructions
1- Prepare the Cucumbers:
- Wash and dry your cucumbers.
- Slice them into rounds or spears, depending on your preference.
2- Spice Up the Juice:
- If you enjoy the flavor of your leftover pickle juice, leave it as is.
- For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes, sliced garlic, dill, and mustard seeds to the juice.
3- Heat the Juice:
- Pour the seasoned pickle juice into a saucepan.
- Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat until it's piping hot.
4- Pack the Pickle Jar:
- Place the sliced cucumbers into a clean jar.
- Make sure the jar is large enough to fit all the cucumbers and juice comfortably.
5- Add the Hot Juice:
- Carefully pour the hot pickle juice over the cucumbers in the jar.
- Ensure the cucumbers are completely submerged.
6- Chill and Pickle:
- Seal the jar with a tight lid.
- Let the pickles sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before transferring them to the refrigerator.
- Allow the pickles to chill for at least 6 hours.
7- Enjoy:
- After 6 hours, your fresh spicy pickles are ready to eat.
- Enjoy them as a side dish or a fresh snack!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes (to heat the juice)
Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes (including refrigeration)
Servings: 8
Calories: Approx. 10 per serving
Nutritional Info (per serving): Protein: 0g, Fat: 0g, Carbohydrates: 2g
Equipment: Knife, cutting board, saucepan, clean jar with lid
Cooking Tips
- Use small cucumbers for quicker pickling.
- Slice them thinner if you prefer faster results.
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