Ukrainian Dill and Garlic Pickles Recipe
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Ukrainian Dill and Garlic Pickles

By: Tania D.  
"This recipe was handed down to me by my mother Sofia, whose pickles were always in great demand."

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What to Drink?

Cocktail Dirty Martini
Prep Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 gallon
 

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds small pickling cucumbers
  • 4 quarts water
  • 3/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1 bunch fresh dill stalks
  • 2 bulbs garlic, cloves separated and peeled
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 small fresh red chile pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions

  1. Soak cucumbers in cold water overnight.
  2. Sterilize a 1 gallon glass or ceramic container. Combine the water and salt in a large pot and bring to a boil. Prepare the cucumbers by trimming the ends and making a slit in the sides with a small sharp knife.
  3. In the bottom of the sterile container, place several stalks of dill, half of the garlic cloves, about 10 peppercorns and a slice or two of red chile pepper. Arrange half of the cucumbers over the seasonings and then repeat the layers. When the brine comes to a boil, pour over the cucumbers to cover. Place a small plate on top of the pickles to keep them submerged. Store in a cool place.
  4. Pickles will be ready in 4 to 10 days, depending on how warm it is. Once they have fermented to your liking, refrigerate until using.

Footnotes

  • For safety when canning and preserving foods, contact your local extension for guidelines in your area that will be specific to your altitude. Click here to read more about canning and preserving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 12 | Total Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2007 by ChefLes 
This is exactly how my husbands baba made the pickles. I have made them myself now, and they... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2007 by chefsazy 
I am a huge pickle fan, but these were way to salty for me. We tried them on day 5. My... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2009 by Flea's Favorites 
These are the best pickles ever! I don't do canning, so these are just perfect for people... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2008 by J.B.White 
These are the ones that are to die for.I tried them on the 6th day and refrigerated them on... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 4, 2009 by Please me with food 
I grew up on these pickles, My grandmother made them every summer ,My Aunts still do.And I had... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 18, 2007 by Myron S. 
This recipe is excellent. Super! I recommend it to anyone that is a pickle fanatic like me!... MORE

 
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