Summer “Fridge” Pickles
This is my summertime go-to! We usually keep a big jar of these in the fridge all season long since they are so easy to grab and add to any meal (or to snack on)!
First, peel the cucumbers and cut off both the stem and blossom end. Peeling is not necessary if the skins are tender but I typically peel them.
I like to slice the cucumber in 1/4″ wide pieces so they don’t get as soggy over time. I enjoy a little bit of crunch, so the wider slices hold up better in the brine.
Now the options are endless depending on what you want to add from here!
I layer the cucumbers in a glass container with sliced onions, garlic, peppers, herbs (fresh or dried) etc. I tend to use what we have available at the time. Whatever you add will flavor the brine which will flavor the pickles. Fresh or dried herbs from my garden are my favorite! Adding Peppers (especially spicy) will also give it an added kick. That’s the great thing about his dish, it is easily customized to your desire!
I tend to make these in a half-gallon jar. For the “brine” I mix 2 1/2 cups white vinegar, 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar (or sour Kombucha), 1 Tablespoon salt (Pink Himalayan preferred but any salt will work), and 1 Tablespoon ground black pepper. Simply pour into the jar ensuring that all cucumbers are submerged in brine. Let sit for at least 6 hours. Keep in fridge for up to 1 week but honestly, we typically eat them up before then!
Have you ever noticed how some cucumbers are more bitter than others?
I am going to tell you a trick that has been passed down in my family to prevent this: Take the two ends you cut off (blossom and stem end) and rub them on the exposed surface area you just created, I know it sounds nuts BUT by some crazy magic it keeps that cucumber from tasting bitter!
I have no clue how it works but it does! Trust me…just do it!
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asavageduo
Married to my High School sweetheart and living our "Savage" life. I love to cook and use ingredients that we have raised or acquired locally. I am passionate about nourishing our family.
