How to Make Spicy Pickles from Store Bought
Elevate your snacking with these homemade spicy pickles, a delightful twist on store-bought dill pickles. This quick and easy recipe transforms ordinary pickles into a zesty treat perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or as a stand-alone snack. With a tantalizing blend of sweet and spicy flavors, they’re sure to become a staple in your refrigerator. In just 15 minutes of active time, you can create a flavorful addition to cheese platters or even gift them to friends and family. Customize the heat level to suit your taste, making these pickles as mild or fiery as you desire. Enjoy the crunch and bold flavor of these spicy pickles any time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 jars (46 oz each) whole dill pickles (drained)
- 4 cups sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
- 1 tablespoon dehydrated minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Drain the original pickling juice from the dill pickles and slice them into thick chips.
- In a large bowl, combine the pickle chips with sugar, hot pepper sauce, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper. Stir well.
- Allow the mixture to rest for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- Pack the pickle chips into glass jars and distribute any remaining liquid evenly.
- Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 3 to 4 days before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pickle chip (30g)
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg