Favorite Kosher Dill Pickles
Delight in the crunchy, tangy goodness of our Favorite Kosher Dill Pickles! This easy homemade recipe combines fresh cucumbers, aromatic dill, and zesty garlic to create a perfect accompaniment for any meal or gathering. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or simply as a snack, these pickles are made using a tested canning method that ensures long-lasting freshness. The secret to their irresistible flavor lies in the simple yet vibrant ingredients that blend beautifully during the canning process. With just a bit of patience while they develop their flavors, you’ll have a shelf-stable treat that everyone will love to savor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 35 servings 1x
- Category: Pickles
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 35 pickling cucumbers
- 7 cups water
- 7 cups white vinegar (5% acidity)
- 7 tablespoons pickling salt
- 7 tablespoons dill seed (or 21 heads fresh dill)
- 42 black peppercorns
- 14 garlic cloves (peeled and halved)
Instructions
- Sterilize canning jars and lids according to manufacturer instructions.
- In a large pot, bring 1 cup water and 1 cup vinegar to a boil per quart of pickles.
- In each jar, place 1 tablespoon pickling salt, 1 tablespoon dill seed (or 3 heads fresh dill), 6 black peppercorns, and 2 halved garlic cloves.
- Pack halved or quartered cucumbers tightly into jars.
- Pour boiling brine over cucumbers until fully submerged and secure lids.
- Process jars in simmering hot water (180-185°F) for 30 minutes.
- Let jars cool completely for about 24 hours before checking seals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pickle (30g)
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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