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Claussen Pickle Recipe

A quick and easy recipe to make delicious homemade Claussen-style pickles.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 jars
Course: Condiment, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 5

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4-6 small cucumbers washed and sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pickling spice
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dill seeds or fresh dill sprigs

Equipment

  • Large glass jar with a lid
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by washing the cucumbers and slicing them into quarters or rounds.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, salt, sugar, pickling spice, garlic, and dill seeds. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Place the sliced cucumbers into the glass jar, layering them for presentation.
  4. Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  5. Seal the jar tightly with the lid.
  6. Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before placing it in the refrigerator.
  7. Let the pickles sit in the fridge for at least 24 hours before tasting.
  8. Enjoy your homemade Claussen pickles straight from the jar or on a sandwich.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding slices of onion or hot pepper to the jar!