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Sweet & Spicy Bread and Butter Pickles
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Sweet & Spicy Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

These Sweet & Spicy Bread and Butter Pickles are the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and mildly spicy flavors. Crisp cucumber slices are infused with a flavorful vinegar brine, warm spices, and a touch of red pepper for just the right kick. They're delicious on burgers, sandwiches, barbecue plates, or straight from the jar.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds pickling cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 large sweet onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 cups white vinegar
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 cloves garlic thinly sliced (optional)

Method
 

  1. Combine the cucumber slices, onion slices, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cover with ice water and let stand for 2 hours.
  3. Drain thoroughly and rinse lightly.
  4. In a saucepan, combine both vinegars, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, red pepper flakes, turmeric, peppercorns, and garlic if using.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
  6. Add the drained cucumbers and onions to the hot brine.
  7. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the cucumbers are slightly translucent but still crisp.
  8. Carefully pack the pickles into clean jars and pour the hot brine over them.
  9. Allow the jars to cool completely before sealing.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Add extra red pepper flakes for a spicier pickle.
  • Use fresh pickling cucumbers for maximum crunch.
  • Refrigerate the pickles for 2–3 days for even better flavor.
  • Store refrigerated for up to 2 months.
  • Always use sterilized jars and clean utensils.

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