Craving a mouth-watering, homemade pickle that will make your taste buds dance and your friends beg for the recipe? Look no further! These Easy Quick Bread Butter Refrigerator Pickles are about to revolutionize your snacking game. Imagine crunchy, sweet, and tangy cucumber slices that come together faster than you can say "pickle perfection" - no complicated canning required! Whether you're a pickle enthusiast or a kitchen novice, this recipe is your ticket to becoming a homemade pickle hero in just a quarter of an hour.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 quart
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup sliced onions
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly, then slice them into thin, uniform rounds approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer.
- Peel and slice the onions into thin half-moon shapes, ensuring they are roughly the same thickness as the cucumber slices.
- In a medium-sized non-reactive mixing bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, and turmeric. Whisk the ingredients together until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
- Layer the sliced cucumbers and onions into a clean, sterilized glass jar or container, alternating and pressing them gently to ensure compact arrangement.
- Pour the prepared vinegar mixture over the cucumber and onion layers, ensuring all vegetables are completely submerged in the liquid.
- Seal the container with a tight-fitting lid and gently shake to distribute the spices and ensure even coverage.
- Refrigerate the pickles for at least 2 hours before serving, though they will develop more flavor if left overnight.
- These refrigerator pickles will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Always use clean utensils when serving to maintain freshness.
Tips
- • Use the sharpest knife or a mandoline slicer to get uniformly thin cucumber slices - consistency is key to the perfect pickle texture. • For extra crispness, soak your cucumber slices in ice water for 30 minutes before preparing the recipe. • Make sure to use a clean, sterilized glass jar to prevent any unwanted bacteria and ensure maximum freshness. • Don't skip the refrigeration time - letting the pickles sit allows the flavors to meld and develop that irresistible tangy taste. • Experiment with additional spices like dill, garlic, or red pepper flakes to customize your pickle flavor profile. • Always use clean utensils when serving to maintain the pickles' shelf life and prevent contamination. • These pickles make an amazing gift - consider making a double batch to share with friends and family!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 25kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
