Summer is the time for fresh dill, and sunshine dill pickles are a delicious way to enjoy this herb. They are the perfect tangy and crunchy pickle to add to your next sandwich, salad, or charcuterie board. Sunshine dill pickles get their name from the sun-ripened cucumbers used to make them. The cucumbers are sliced and packed in a vinegar solution with dill, garlic, and other spices. The pickles are then left to cure in the sun for several weeks, which gives them their characteristic golden color and flavor.
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3 DAY SUN PICKLES RECIPE
Steps:
- Mix water, pickling salt and vinegar in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil and boil for five minutes.
- Set to the side and cool for about 5 minutes, or until luke warm.
- In a large gallon sized jar, place dill, cut onion, peeled garlic and cucumbers. Place cucumber last, and fill the jar.
- Pour warm mixture into the jar and put the lid on.
- Set jar outside in the sun for 3 days.
- After three days, open the jar and test a pickle. If it is to your liking, place the jar in the fridge. This will keep the pickles crunchy.
SUNSHINE PICKLES
Make and share this Sunshine Pickles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cindy Lynn
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 1 gallon
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut ends off cucumbers and wash.
- Pack the cucumbers in jar with dill and garlic to taste.
- (I prefer fresh dill from my garden--usually two to four dill heads. Four garlic cloves seems to hit the happy medium mark for the whole family--the garlic flavor does get stronger as they stand though.) Stir together the warm water, vinegar and canning salt, then pour over the cucumbers.
- Place the slice of dark rye bread on top.
- Put lid on loosely.
- Set in the sun for four days.
- Take the rye bread off.
- Chill for two days and then you can use them.
SUNSHINE DILL PICKLES
Years ago, our family received a jar of these as a house-warming gift when we moved. My five brothers and I made very short work of that jar--we loved 'em! My mother has made several hundred gallons of these over the years. And I still make at least one gallon every summer....and a few times I've even "canned" them (transferred to quart jars or left in the gallon jar) after they've gotten their sun-tan. They keep for MONTHS in the back of the fridge, or for longer if you "can" them. My folks refer to these as "Gramma Smart Pickles" --after the little old lady who lived next door in Eagle, Wisconsin.
Provided by Debber
Categories Fruit
Time P4DT15m
Yield 1 gallon
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a gallon glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, place a layer of dill in the bottom, then a layer of cukes; add garlic cloves if desired.
- Keep layering dill & cukes to the neck of the jar; finish with a layer of dill.
- Add vinegar and salt to the top of the jar; fill with cold tap water.
- Cover and screw on tightly (add a doubled over square of wax paper or plastic wrap if you like, too).
- Give the jar a few good shakes to distribute the salt.
- Set in a sunny spot outside for four days; mark the calendar with the "due date."
- Turn the jar slightly each day (for an even tan); leave out an extra day if rainy or cloudy.
- Chill and eat.
- IDEA: Add green or red pepper slices along with the dill for a taste explosion!
- SUGGESTION: When scrubbing the fresh cukes, sort-as-you-go into piles of uniform size. This makes filling the jar go much quicker--looks prettier too.
SPICY REFRIGERATOR DILL PICKLES
This is a wonderful, spicy dill pickle with a nice hint of sweetness. Plan to at least double the amount of crushed red pepper if you like it REALLY spicy...YUM!
Provided by FAIRYFAHRENHOLZ
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P10DT2h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, water, vinegar, chopped dill, sugar, garlic, salt, pickling spice, dill seed, and red pepper flakes. Stir, and let stand at room temperature for 2 hours, until the sugar and salt dissolve.
- Remove the cucumbers to three 1 1/2 pint wide mouth jars, placing 4 cucumbers into each jar. Ladle in the liquid from the bowl to cover. Place a sprig of fresh dill into each jar, and seal with lids. Refrigerate for 10 days before eating. Use within 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 728.1 mg, Sugar 11.7 g
REFRIGERATOR DILL PICKLES
These pickles taste so fresh and have just the right amount of dill and garlic. They taste great along-side a hotdog on a bun. They also taste great alone as a healthy snack. The pickles should be good for 6 weeks. Enjoy! You can also cut cucumbers into chips if you prefer a pickle chip instead of a spear.
Provided by Tammy Gulgren
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Pickled
Time P3DT25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir water, vinegar, sugar, and sea salt together in a saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil; remove from heat and cool completely.
- Combine cucumber spears, garlic cloves, and fresh dill in a large glass or plastic container. Pour cooled vinegar mixture over cucumber mixture. Seal container with lid and refrigerate for at least 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 443.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: Look for firm, unblemished cucumbers that are about 3 inches long.
- Prepare the cucumbers properly: Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut them into 1/2-inch slices.
- Use a clean jar: Make sure the jar you are using to store the pickles is clean and sterilized.
- Follow the recipe carefully: Don't skip any steps or ingredients, as this could affect the final product.
- Be patient: It takes time for the pickles to develop their full flavor. Be sure to let them ferment for at least 2 weeks before eating.
Conclusion:
Sunshine dill pickles are a delicious and easy-to-make homemade pickle recipe. With just a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can enjoy these crunchy, tangy pickles all summer long. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful snack, give these pickles a try!
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