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Easy Quick Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe for Perfect Homemade Flavor

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A simple, fast, and flavorful refrigerator bread and butter pickles recipe that delivers a crisp, tangy, and sweet crunch without the fuss of traditional canning.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (about 4 medium English or Kirby cucumbers)
  • 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup white vinegar (can substitute apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt (preferably pickling or kosher salt)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers and onions thinly, about 1/8-inch thickness.
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers and onions in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of salt. Toss well and let sit for 1 hour to draw out excess moisture.
  3. While the cucumbers rest, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and black pepper in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Drain the cucumbers and onions, discarding excess liquid but do not rinse.
  5. Transfer the drained cucumbers and onions to a large jar or airtight container. Pour the warm brine over them, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  6. Let the pickles cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate. They are ready to eat after about 3 hours but taste best after 24 hours. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use fresh, firm cucumbers for best crunch. Do not skip the salting step to avoid soggy pickles. Warm the brine just enough to dissolve sugar but do not boil vigorously. Store pickles in glass containers to avoid metallic taste. For best flavor, let pickles sit 24 hours before eating. Variations include adding red pepper flakes for heat or fresh dill for herbaceous notes.

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