KOSHER PICKLES, THE RIGHT WAY

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Pickles are Jewish deli staples, but you can make them yourself. It's kind of a project, but how cool is it to be able to say, "I made those pickles." These pickles will keep well for up to a week in the refrigerator.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     condiments, appetizer

Time P1D

Yield About 30 pickle quarters or 15 halves

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/3 cup kosher salt
2 pounds Kirby cucumbers, washed (scrub if spiny) and halved or quartered lengthwise
At least 5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large bunch fresh dill, preferably with flowers, or 2 tablespoons dried dill and 1 teaspoon dill seeds, or 1 tablespoon coriander seeds

Steps:

  • Combine the salt and 1 cup boiling water in a large bowl; stir to dissolve the salt. Add a handful of ice cubes to cool the mixture, then all the remaining ingredients.
  • Add cold water to cover. Use a plate slightly smaller than the diameter of the bowl and a small weight to keep the cucumbers immersed. Set aside at room temperature.
  • Begin sampling the cucumbers after 4 hours if you quartered them. It will probably take 12 to 24 hours or even 48 hours for them to taste pickled enough to suit your taste.
  • When they are ready, refrigerate them, still in the brine. The pickles will continue to ferment as they sit, more quickly at room temperature and more slowly in the refrigerator. They will keep well for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 72 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Mary Mason
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These pickles are a great way to use up extra cucumbers. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Phelo Sihlongonyane
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I made these pickles for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Kelli Rish
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These pickles are so easy to make and they taste so good. I've already made them several times and they're always a hit.


Sudip Gyawali
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I love the sweet and sour flavor of these pickles. They're the perfect snack or side dish.


Iqbal Mia
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These pickles are a great way to add some flavor to your meals. They're also a healthy and low-calorie snack.


Sakaria Martha
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I made these pickles for a picnic and they were a hit. They're so refreshing and delicious.


Dr Millicent Onyudo
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These pickles are the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad. They're also a great snack on their own.


Okafor promise
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I love these pickles! They're so easy to make and they taste so good. I've already made them several times.


Bilal Mastoi
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These pickles are a great way to use up extra cucumbers. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Baby Sharada
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I made these pickles for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Fazul Rehman chachar
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These pickles are the bomb! I love the crunch and the flavor. They're the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad.


Nur Al Islam Purno
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I've made these pickles several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.


Jessica Beckley
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These pickles are amazing! I love the sweet and sour flavor. They're the perfect snack or side dish.


Crete Rafael
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I made these pickles a few weeks ago and they're already gone! They were so good that I couldn't stop eating them. I'll definitely be making them again soon.


Jannat amna
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These pickles are the best I've ever had! They're so flavorful and crunchy, and they have the perfect amount of spice. I will definitely be making these again and again.