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Quick Tangy Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

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A simple and quick recipe for tangy, sweet, and crunchy refrigerator bread and butter pickles that require no canning and are ready after chilling.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups thinly sliced Kirby cucumbers or pickling cucumbers (about 4 medium cucumbers)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon pickling or kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers and onion into thin rounds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a large bowl, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and toss well to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and ground turmeric. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil hard.
  4. Rinse the salted cucumbers and onions under cold water to remove excess salt, then drain thoroughly and pat dry if desired.
  5. Return cucumber and onion slices to the bowl. Pour the hot pickling liquid over them and stir gently to coat evenly. Add crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Spoon the pickles and liquid into a clean glass jar or airtight container, pressing down gently to submerge cucumbers fully.
  7. Seal the jar and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before tasting. Flavors improve after 2-3 days.

Notes

Do not boil the pickling liquid vigorously to avoid burning sugar. Ensure cucumbers are fully submerged in the liquid to maintain texture. Use fresh spices for best flavor. Patience is key; flavors improve after 2-3 days in the fridge.

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