Crispy, Zesty, Irresistible: Your Go-To Pickled Cucumbers Recipe
Ingredients:
2 medium cucumbers, sliced into rounds or spears
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp honey or sugar
1 tbsp sea salt
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp black peppercorns
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
Fresh dill sprigs (optional)
Directions:
Place the cucumbers and onions in a clean jar or container.
In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, honey (or sugar), salt, red pepper flakes, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds. Bring to a boil.
Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers and onions in the jar, ensuring everything is covered.
Add fresh dill sprigs for extra flavor, if desired.
Let the pickles cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Serve chilled for a crispy, zesty treat!