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Fermented Dill Pickles

Fermented Dill Pickles That Make Summer Crunchy & Bright

Homemade fermented dill pickles are gut-healthy, crunchy snacks that bring bold flavors to your summer meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Fermentation Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Romanian
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Pickles
  • 2 pounds Fresh Pickling Cucumbers Organic, small, and bumpy for the best crunch.
  • 4 stems Dill Flowers Fresh dill adds a distinct aroma and flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Salt (minimally processed) Rock salt, kosher salt, or Himalayan pink salt.
  • 4 cups Water Spring water or chlorine-free tap water.
Optional Flavor Add-ins
  • 2 Garlic Add garlic slices or crushed for extra flavor.
  • 1 piece Horseradish Fresh horseradish root for a spicy kick.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Add whole leaves for extra flavor dimension.

Equipment

  • Quart-sized glass jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crunchy Fermented Dill Pickles
  1. Wash your fresh pickling cucumbers under cool running water, pat dry, and trim off both ends.
  2. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of spring water to a boil. Add the salt and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Layer the bottom of a clean quart-sized glass jar with dill flowers and firmly pack the cucumbers in.
  4. Pour the cooled brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are submerged.
  5. Loosely cap the jar and place it in a cool, dark spot at room temperature for about 5 days.
  6. Once fermented, tighten the lid and refrigerate your pickles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator; they will keep for up to one month. Enjoy straight from the fridge or in sandwiches and salads.

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