Our Fermented Pickles (Don't Do What We Did)

salt

💰Cheaper: kosher salt

Kosher salt is often less expensive and works well for fermentation.

garlic

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Garlic powder can be a more convenient and less expensive option.

dill

💰Cheaper: dill weed

Dill weed is a dried version that can be more affordable.

mustard seeds

💰Cheaper: celery seeds

Celery seeds provide a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

Cut both ends off the cucumbers to prevent them from becoming soft during fermentation.

Cut cucumbers into spears and pack them into jars.

Prepare to pack two quart jars with cucumber spears, one quart with slices, and one quart with whole small pickles.

Wash cucumbers thoroughly, rinsing them twice before use.

Use fresh garlic from the garden, cutting it in half to make it easier to peel.

Smash garlic cloves to peel them easily, then quarter them before adding to the jars.

Get the jars ready for packing; they have been washed in hot soapy water and rinsed in hot water.

Pack the jars with cucumbers, dill, and garlic, ensuring the ingredients are tightly packed.

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