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Easy Spicy Garlic Dilly Beans Recipe Perfect for a Flavorful Snack

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A quick and easy recipe for spicy, crunchy dilly beans infused with garlic and dill, perfect for a flavorful snack or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
  • 6–8 large garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 1 cup (240ml) white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt (kosher or pickling salt recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1–2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (1.5 tsp recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450g) of green beans under cold water. Trim the ends and discard. This takes about 5 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Remove with tongs and immediately plunge into an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain well.
  3. In the same pot, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon sea salt, and 1 teaspoon granulated sugar. Add 6-8 smashed garlic cloves, 3-4 fresh dill sprigs, 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon mustard seeds. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring to dissolve salt and sugar. This takes about 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully pack the blanched beans into two clean 16-ounce (475ml) glass jars. Divide the garlic, dill, and spices evenly between the jars.
  5. Pour the hot brine over the beans in each jar, making sure the beans are fully submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) of headspace at the top. Remove any air bubbles by gently pressing the beans down.
  6. Screw on the lids tightly. Let the jars cool to room temperature (about 1 hour), then refrigerate. Beans will be ready after 24 hours but taste better after 48 hours.
  7. Keep the jars refrigerated and consume within 2 weeks for peak freshness and crunch.

Notes

Do not skip the ice bath after blanching to keep beans crisp. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat. Sterilize jars before use to avoid spoilage. Consume within two weeks for best quality.

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