How to Make Spicy Dill Pickles - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the best ways to preserve the flavors of summer is by making your own homemade pickles. And if you're a fan of spicy food, then you'll absolutely love these spicy dill pickles. They're tangy, crunchy, and packed with a fiery kick that will keep you reaching for more.

Making your own pickles can seem daunting, but trust me, it's easier than you think. Plus, the reward of having a jar of delicious pickles in your fridge will make it totally worth it. This recipe for spicy dill pi...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 ½ cups white vinegar
  • 2 habanero peppers, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 serrano pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon pickling spice
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 large cucumbers, sliced
  • 4 sprigs fresh dill

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 day 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 day 55 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 1 quart

  • Inspect one quart-sized canning jar for cracks. Immerse in simmering water until brine is ready. Wash a new, unused lid and ring in warm soapy water.
  • Meanwhile, combine water, vinegar, habanero peppers, garlic, serrano pepper, sugar, salt, peppercorns, pickling spice, and red pepper flakes in a pot; bring to a simmer.
  • Remove from the heat and let the liquid cool to a warm enough temperature to handle, but not to room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes; you want the heat so it will soak into the veggies.
  • Place cucumbers and dill into the hot, sterilized jar. Ladle in warm brine until cucumbers are covered and brine is near the top of the jar. Let cool to room temperature, 15 to 20 more minutes. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jar to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rim with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lid and screw ring on tightly.
  • Refrigerate for 1 to 3 days before eating.
  • Nutrition

    18 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 638mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 81mg