4 Recipes for Fermented Pickles

Fermented Kosher-Style Dill Pickles

Keep it classic with a jar of these kosher-style pickles. Fresh garlic and dill add a boost of flavor, and you can also have a hint of heat by using the optional chile de arbol peppers.

Homemade Dill Pickles

"If you make a simple salt brine, add some spices, and submerge Kirby cucumbers in it for about a week, you get some fairly delicious pickles," says Chef John. His variation includes bay leaves, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns.

Raw Fermented Beets

Fermenting isn't just for cucumbers! Other veggies, like beets can be equally delicious when fermented. Try it with either red or golden beets, both of which will ferment the same way but come out with varying flavors.

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Ukrainian Dill and Garlic Pickles

A beloved family recipe, these garlicky and herbaceous pickles are made with the traditional Ukrainian technique of fermenting. Many reviewers say they've used this to preserve a summertime bounty of cucumbers, perfect for storing in the fridge or gifting to friends.

Za'atar Pickles

"These are half-sour pickles spiced with harissa and all the traditional components of Turkish za'atar," describes recipe creator Buckwheat Queen. "The toasted cardamom adds a citrusy finish to these very bold pickles." These ferment up in the fridge, meaning you won't have to worry about any potential spoilage when sitting on the countertop.

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