Best 3 Fermented Kosher Style Dill Pickles Recipes
Preparing fermented kosher style dill pickles is both an art and a science, requiring careful attention to ingredients and techniques. It begins with selecting the freshest cucumbers, ideally straight from the garden, and the right combination of pickling spices, including mustard seeds, garlic, and of course, dill. The fermentation process itself is delicate, relying on the right balance of temperature and salt to create the ideal environment for the beneficial bacteria to thrive. With patience and attention to detail, the result is a deliciously tangy, crisp, and flavorful pickle that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of various dishes.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
FERMENTED KOSHER-STYLE DILL PICKLES
These old-fashioned deli-style pickles are created entirely by fermentation, without the use of vinegar. This recipe produces a quantity that fills a half-gallon Mason jar. If you like, add a few non-traditional chile de arbol peppers for their red visual appeal (and spiciness)!
Provided by Doug in Manhattan
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P3DT20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour 1/2 gallon of water into a large container or pot. Cover loosely and allow to sit for 24 hour to allow dissolved chlorine to escape.
- Crisp cucumbers by storing in the refrigerator or soaking in very cold water for 1 hour.
- Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a saucepan. Add salt and stir to combine. Set aside to cool.
- Wash cucumbers in cold water and remove any blossoms that may be clinging to them. Quarter large cucumbers lengthwise. Cut medium cucumbers in half lengthwise. Leave gherkin-sized cucumbers whole.
- Peel and gently crush garlic cloves, but don't splinter them into fragments.
- Pour cooled salt water into a 1/2-gallon Mason jar. Add cucumbers, garlic, dill, and dried chile peppers, arranged attractively. Pack cucumbers tightly; they will shrink as they pickle. Fill the jar with the dechlorinated water until cucumbers are just covered to avoid overly diluting the brine.
- Loosely cover the jar and set aside at room temperature. Set the jar on a dish if it is very full, to catch any dribbles. Give the pickles 12 to 24 hours to begin fermenting. Refrigerate them, in brine and loosely covered, as they approach the stage of pickling you prefer: new, half-sour, or sour. Don't overshoot the mark, as refrigeration slows, but does not stop, fermentation.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 1906 mg, Sugar 1 g
DILL PICKLES
Make your own dill pickles at home with Alton Brown's easy recipe from Good Eats on Food Network.
Provided by Alton Brown
Time P10DT15m
Yield 3 pounds pickles
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the salt and water in a pitcher and stir until the salt has dissolved.
- Rinse the cucumbers thoroughly and snip off the blossom end stem. Set aside.
- Place the peppercorns, pepper flakes, garlic, dill seed and fresh dill into a 1-gallon crock. Add the cucumbers to the crock on top of the aromatics. Pour the brine mixture over the cucumbers in order to completely cover. Pour the remaining water into a 1-gallon ziptop plastic bag and seal. Place the bag on top of the pickles making sure that all of them are completely submerged in the brine. Set in a cool, dry place.
- Check the crock after 3 days. Fermentation has begun if you see bubbles rising to the top of the crock. After this, check the crock daily and skim off any scum that forms. If scum forms on the plastic bag, rinse it off and return to the top of the crock.
- The fermentation is complete when the pickles taste sour and the bubbles have stopped rising; this should take approximately 6 to 7 days. Once this happens, cover the crock loosely and place in the refrigerator for 3 days, skimming daily or as needed. Store for up to 2 months in the refrigerator, skimming as needed. If the pickles should become soft or begin to take on an off odor, this is a sign of spoilage and they should be discarded.
KOSHER PICKLES, THE RIGHT WAY
Pickles are Jewish deli staples, but you can make them yourself. It's kind of a project, but how cool is it to be able to say, "I made those pickles." These pickles will keep well for up to a week in the refrigerator.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories condiments, appetizer
Time P1D
Yield About 30 pickle quarters or 15 halves
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the salt and 1 cup boiling water in a large bowl; stir to dissolve the salt. Add a handful of ice cubes to cool the mixture, then all the remaining ingredients.
- Add cold water to cover. Use a plate slightly smaller than the diameter of the bowl and a small weight to keep the cucumbers immersed. Set aside at room temperature.
- Begin sampling the cucumbers after 4 hours if you quartered them. It will probably take 12 to 24 hours or even 48 hours for them to taste pickled enough to suit your taste.
- When they are ready, refrigerate them, still in the brine. The pickles will continue to ferment as they sit, more quickly at room temperature and more slowly in the refrigerator. They will keep well for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 6, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 72 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: Look for pickling or Kirby cucumbers, which are small, firm, and have a thin skin.
- Make sure your brine is strong enough: The brine should be strong enough to float an egg. If it's not, add more salt.
- Keep the pickles in a cool, dark place: This will help them to ferment properly.
- Be patient: It takes time for pickles to ferment. Don't expect them to be ready in a day or two. It can take up to 4 weeks.
- Use a variety of spices: Experiment with different spices, such as garlic, dill, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes, to create your own unique pickle flavor.
Conclusion:
Fermented kosher-style dill pickles are a delicious and healthy snack. They are also a great way to use up extra cucumbers from your garden. With a little time and effort, you can make your own fermented pickles at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try!
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