Zesty Refrigerated Dill Pickles

Quick fridge dill pickles—crunchy, sour, optionally spicy.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pickling cucumbers, halved
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup fresh dill
• Optional: 1 habanero, sliced
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sea salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar

Steps

1. Pack the cucumbers, garlic, dill, and optional habanero into a clean quart jar.
2. Bring vinegar, water, salt, and sugar to a boil, stirring until dissolved. Cool slightly.
3. Pour the brine over the cucumbers to cover. Cool to room temperature, seal, and refrigerate at least 3 days before eating.

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