Description
Sweet Heat Pickles are a delightful blend of crisp, tangy cucumbers infused with both sweet and spicy flavors. This quick refrigerator pickle recipe combines vinegar, sugar, and a mix of aromatic spices for a refreshing snack or condiment with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pickling Cucumbers
- 1 pound pickling cucumbers, sliced
Brine
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Spices
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Pickles: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, white vinegar, sugar, water, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved to create the brine.
- Add Spices: Add the whole black peppercorns, red pepper flakes, mustard seeds, and celery seeds to the bowl. Stir gently to distribute the spices evenly throughout the mixture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours. This resting time allows the cucumbers to soak up the flavors and develop a balanced sweet and spicy taste.
- Serve: After refrigeration, the pickles are ready to be enjoyed. Serve chilled as a snack, side, or garnish. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two weeks for best freshness.
Notes
- For crisper pickles, use fresh, firm pickling cucumbers.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat level to your preference.
- These pickles do not require cooking and develop flavor during refrigeration.
- Consume within two weeks for optimal taste and texture.
