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Easy Tangy Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe Perfect for Summer Snacks

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A quick and easy refrigerator pickle recipe that delivers a perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and crunch, ready in just 48 hours without traditional canning.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium Kirby or pickling cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups (480 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pickling or kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 small cinnamon stick (about 2 inches)
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice about 6 medium Kirby cucumbers and 1 medium yellow onion to about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness.
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers and onions into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons (30 grams) kosher salt and toss gently but thoroughly to coat. Let sit for 1 hour, tossing every 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. While the vegetables rest, combine 2 cups (480 ml) white vinegar, 1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 small cinnamon stick, and 1 teaspoon black peppercorns in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. After 1 hour, drain the cucumbers and onions well, pressing gently to remove excess liquid without squashing the slices.
  5. Tightly pack the cucumbers and onions into clean quart-sized mason jars or airtight containers.
  6. Pour the warm (not hot) brine evenly over the packed vegetables, leaving about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) headspace. Seal jars tightly.
  7. Place the jars in the refrigerator for at least 48 hours before tasting to allow flavors to meld. Pickles keep for up to 2 weeks refrigerated.

Notes

Do not skip the salting step to keep pickles crisp. Use warm (not boiling) brine to avoid soggy pickles. Stir or shake jars gently once a day to redistribute flavors. For extra crunch, add grape or horseradish leaves to jars. Variations include adding jalapeños for spice or reducing sugar for a low-sugar option.

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