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Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials

Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials for Bold Flavor Adventures

Explore Spicy Pickle Brine Essentials to elevate your meals with vibrant flavors. Perfect for a quick, bold twist on classic dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons kosher salt avoid table salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar balances tartness
For the Heat
  • 1 pound habanero peppers adjust for heat level
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
For Flavor Depth
  • 3-5 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 tablespoon dill seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Equipment

  • small pot
  • quart-sized jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Heat over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring until dissolved.
  2. In a clean quart-sized jar, pack cut cucumbers, garlic, sliced habaneros, dill seeds, red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, and black peppercorns.
  3. Pour the cooled brine over the cucumber and spice mixture in the jar, ensuring cucumbers are fully submerged.
  4. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours for optimal flavor development.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow flavors to steep for at least 48 hours for more pronounced taste. Use Kirby cucumbers for a crunchier texture.

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