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Cold-packed cucumbers
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Cold-packed cucumbers

1080 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Winter preserves at home. I’m eager to share how to cold-pickle cucumbers at home. The main secret is well-purified water. It’s what keeps the cucumbers from spoiling before their time, so use only thoroughly purified water. Otherwise, the recipe is straightforward. Good luck!

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    1. Soak the cucumbers in cold water for 5–6 hours. Then wash them thoroughly again, trim off the ends, and remove any small debris if any remains.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    2. At the bottom of a sterilized jar (the listed ingredients will make one three-liter jar), spread roughly half of all the spices and extras. Then add the cucumbers (to the top of the jar), layering them with one leaf type and then the other.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    3. In a separate bowl, mix the salt and water. Mix well until the salt dissolves. Pour the brine into the jar and seal with sterile lids.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    4. After 30 days, the cucumbers will be ready!