Spicy Jalapeno Dill Pickles: 5 Ways to Enjoy the Heat
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Spicy Jalapeño Dill Pickles – A Crunchy, Fiery Twist on a Classic Favorite
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 jars 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Refrigerator or Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 pounds small cucumbers (Kirby or Persian)
- 4 fresh jalapeños, sliced into rings
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups white vinegar
- 3 tablespoons pickling salt
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled
- 4 teaspoons dill seeds or 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns per jar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds per jar
- Optional: ½ teaspoon red chili flakes per jar for extra heat
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into spears or rounds. Slice jalapeños into thin rings and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, and pickling salt. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and stir until salt dissolves.
- Divide garlic, dill, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and jalapeños evenly among sterilized jars. Pack cucumbers tightly but leave headspace.
- Pour hot brine over the cucumbers, leaving ½ inch space at the top. Wipe rims and seal jars.
- Let cool at room temperature. Refrigerate for 24–48 hours before serving, or proceed with canning for long-term storage.
- Process sealed jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Let cool fully before storing.
Notes
- These pickles can be stored in the refrigerator for quick access.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity for desired heat level.
- Make sure jars are properly sterilized for canning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pickle
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg