Enjoy the tangy and fresh taste of homemade pickles with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Ensure the brine is hot when pouring over the cucumbers for better absorption.
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut them into spears if they are large.
Cutting the cucumbers into uniform sizes ensures even pickling.
Peel and mince the garlic, and slice the onion thinly.
Mincing the garlic releases more flavor into the brine.
Pack the cucumbers into jars, layering with garlic, onion, and dill.
Layering ensures the flavors are evenly distributed.
Sprinkle the alum over the top of the packed cucumbers.
Alum helps maintain the crispness of the pickles.
Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Leave a small gap at the top of the jar to allow for expansion.
Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least one week before enjoying.
The longer you wait, the more flavorful the pickles will become.
