Savor the bold flavors of Famous Dave’s Sweet & Spicy Pickles. Perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or snacking. Treat your taste buds now!
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups of cucumbers
1 cup of apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup of sugar
2 teaspoons of kosher salt
1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon of mustard seeds
1 teaspoon of dill seeds
Optional: garlic cloves
Optional: slices of onion
Instructions
Prepare your cucumbers: Wash and cut your cucumbers into slices or spears—keeping them uniformly cut is important.
Make the brine: In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, and dill seeds. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Pack the jars: Place your sliced cucumbers into clean, sterilized jars. Optionally layer in garlic cloves or onion slices.
Pour in the mixture: Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are completely submerged.
Seal and cool: Seal the jars with tight-fitting lids and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Wait and savor: Allow the pickles to sit for at least 24 hours to develop flavors.
Notes
A delightful recipe for sweet and spicy pickles that add flavor and joy to any meal or gathering.
