Smoked Pickles
Smoked pickles are a tantalizing twist on traditional pickles, infusing crisp cucumbers with a rich, smoky flavor that elevates any meal. Perfect for barbecues, snacks, or as a zesty side dish, these homemade delights are surprisingly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a unique treat that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Dive into this recipe and experience the joy of smoked pickles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/Side Dish
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium cucumbers (about 1 lb), sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp pickling salt
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into spears or rounds.
- In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, salt, garlic cloves, dill, and red pepper flakes. Heat until salt dissolves.
- Preheat smoker to 200°F (93°C). Place cucumbers on a grilling tray and smoke for 1 hour.
- Remove cucumbers from the smoker and pour hot brine over them in a clean jar. Ensure they are fully submerged.
- Let cool at room temperature before sealing and refrigerating for at least two days prior to enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 slices (50g)
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg