Crisp Danish Cucumber Pickles

Recipe: Danish White Cucumber Pickles 🥒

Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 8 pints

Description:
Delight in these crisp, sweet Danish White Cucumber Pickles, a cherished family recipe with a modern twist. Perfect for enhancing sandwiches or as a snack on their own, these pickles boast a traditional Scandinavian flavor that’s sure to please.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Sterilize Jars:

   • Begin by sterilizing 8 pint jars using your preferred method. This ensures cleanliness and prolongs the shelf life of your pickles.

2. Prepare Syrup:

   • In a large pot, combine sugar, pickling vinegar, and water.
   • Stir the mixture until the sugar completely dissolves.
   • Bring the syrup to a boil over medium heat, ensuring it’s at a full boil when you fill the jars.

3. Prep Cucumbers:

   • Peel the cucumbers and cut them in half lengthwise.
   • Scoop out the seeds to prepare them for pickling.

4. Slice Cucumbers:

   • Cut the cucumbers into 1/2-inch spears, ensuring they’re approximately 3/4 inch shorter than the pint jars to allow for headroom.
   • Place the prepared cucumber spears into ice water until ready to pack into jars.

5. Pack Jars:

   • Pack the sterilized jars tightly with cucumber spears, ensuring they stand upright.
   • Layer the spears on top of the mustard seeds and bay leaves already placed in the jars.

6. Fill with Syrup:

   • Carefully pour the boiling vinegar syrup into each jar, ensuring the edges remain clean and free of syrup.
   • Place a lid on each jar and securely screw on the ring.

7. Seal and Store:

   • Check that each jar has sealed properly by listening for the satisfying “pop” as they cool.
   • Allow the pickles to sit for at least 2 weeks to fully develop their flavor before enjoying.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 633.6
• Fat Content: 1.2g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 7.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 160.7g
• Fiber Content: 1.8g
• Sugar Content: 154.2g
• Protein Content: 2.4g

Tips:

• Experiment with slicing the cucumbers differently for varied texture and presentation.
• Customize the pickling spices to suit your taste preferences.
• These pickles make excellent gifts when beautifully packaged in decorative jars.

With its simplicity and irresistible flavor, this recipe for Danish White Cucumber Pickles is bound to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy the crispness and sweetness of these delectable pickles with every bite! 🥒🌟