Ah! You’re talking about quick refrigerator pickles—a simple way to enjoy tangy, crunchy vegetables without traditional long-term fermentation. Here’s a full guide:
🥒 Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables (Quick Pickles)
Why They’re Great
- No canning or boiling required
- Ready in hours
- Keeps in fridge for 1–2 weeks
- Customizable with any vegetables and seasonings
Ingredients (Basic Brine)
- 1 cup vinegar (white, apple cider, or rice vinegar)
- 1 cup water
- 1–2 tbsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- 1–2 tsp salt
- Vegetables of choice (carrots, cucumbers, radishes, bell peppers, green beans, cauliflower)
- Optional flavorings: garlic, dill, mustard seeds, peppercorns, chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: Wash and slice into sticks, rounds, or bite-sized pieces.
- Make brine: In a pot, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat slightly to dissolve sugar and salt, then cool to room temperature.
- Pack jars: Place vegetables and optional spices into clean jars.
- Pour brine: Cover vegetables completely with brine.
- Seal and refrigerate: Let sit in fridge for at least 4–6 hours, ideally overnight, before eating.
Tips for Best Results
- Use fresh, firm vegetables for crunch.
- Slice vegetables thinly or evenly so they pickle uniformly.
- Experiment with flavors: ginger for an Asian twist, garlic-dill for classic pickles, chili for spice.
- Refrigerated pickles last 1–2 weeks, but always check for freshness.
✅ Takeaway:
Refrigerator pickled vegetables are fast, versatile, and tasty, giving you a tangy, crunchy snack or side dish with minimal effort.
I can also make a “Quick Refrigerator Pickles Visual Guide” showing vegetables, brine ratios, and flavor combos for easy reference.
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