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Flavorful Spicy Garlic Refrigerator Pickle Spears Easy Homemade Recipe

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This recipe delivers perfectly crunchy, spicy garlic refrigerator pickle spears with a bold, tangy brine and a balanced fiery kick. Ready in under 15 minutes plus chilling time, these pickles are perfect for snacking and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 medium Kirby cucumbers, sliced into spears
  • 6–8 large garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sea salt or pickling salt
  • 1–2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash Kirby cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Trim off the blossom ends to keep spears crisp. Slice each cucumber into 4-6 spears of uniform thickness.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons sea salt. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve completely.
  3. Place smashed garlic cloves and fresh dill sprigs at the bottom of each sterilized jar. Add 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, and 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to preference).
  4. Tightly pack cucumber spears vertically into the jars, leaving about half an inch of headspace.
  5. Pour the brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged. Press down gently to remove air bubbles, leaving a little space at the top.
  6. Seal jars tightly and refrigerate. Let marinate for at least 24 hours before tasting; flavor improves after 3 days.
  7. Optional: Shake jars gently after a day or two to redistribute spices and intensify flavor.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cucumbers and trim blossom ends to maintain crunch. Smash garlic cloves to release more flavor. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat. Keep jars airtight and refrigerated to preserve freshness. For crunchier pickles, add a grape leaf or calcium chloride. Flavor improves after 3 days of chilling. Shake jars gently after a day or two to redistribute spices.

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