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Quick Tangy Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

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A quick and easy recipe for tangy, sweet, and crunchy refrigerator bread and butter pickles, perfect for snacking or adding to sandwiches without the wait of traditional canning.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups thinly sliced Kirby cucumbers (or pickling cucumbers)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pickling or kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 5–6 whole black peppercorns (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers and onions thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline (about 10 minutes).
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers and onions in a large bowl. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of kosher salt over them. Toss gently to combine. Let sit for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. While the vegetables rest, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon mustard seeds, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, and 5-6 black peppercorns in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat immediately once it simmers (about 5 minutes).
  4. After an hour, drain the cucumber and onion mixture in a colander and rinse briefly with cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry gently with paper towels.
  5. Transfer the drained vegetables into clean Mason jars or airtight containers. Carefully pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring all slices are submerged. Let the jars cool to room temperature before sealing.
  6. Place the sealed jars in the refrigerator. The pickles are ready to taste after 4 hours but develop best flavor after 24 hours. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use Kirby or pickling cucumbers for best crunch. Mandoline slicer helps achieve uniform thin slices. Do not skip the salting step to keep pickles crisp. Cool jars to room temperature before sealing to avoid condensation. For crisper pickles, add grape leaves to the jar. Stir pickles gently once or twice a day for even flavor. Wait at least 24 hours for best flavor.

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