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Dill Cocktail Pickles

A crisp, savory extra for a Bloody Mary, a dirty martini table, or an easy weekend lunch.

About 1 pintActive: 15 minutesTotal: 24 hours

What you need

Ingredients.

  • 2 small cucumbers, cut into spears
  • ¾ cup distilled white vinegar
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 dill sprigs
  • 1 garlic clove

Make it

Method.

  1. 01

    Pack cucumber spears, dill, and garlic into a clean heat-safe jar.

  2. 02

    Bring vinegar, water, salt, and sugar to a simmer and pour over the cucumbers.

  3. 03

    Cool, cover, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.

Safety & allergens

Refrigerator pickle only. Do not can or hold at room temperature; discard at any sign of spoilage.

Use it in

A good next glass.

  • Bloody Mary garnish
  • Dirty Martini snack
  • Savory zero-proof aperitif accompaniment

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