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Fresh Small Batch Dill Pickle Chips Recipe with Mustard Seed and Bay Leaf Made Easy

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A quick and easy recipe for tangy, crisp dill pickle chips infused with mustard seed and bay leaf, perfect for small batches and fresh snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 medium fresh cucumbers (preferably Kirby or pickling cucumbers)
  • A few sprigs fresh dill, chopped or whole
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (yellow mustard seeds preferred)
  • 1 large bay leaf, whole
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon pickling salt or kosher salt (no iodine)

Instructions

  1. Wash and slice cucumbers into 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3-6 mm) thick rounds, aiming for even thickness.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and pickling salt. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve completely.
  3. Smash garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife. Prepare dill sprigs, bay leaf, and mustard seeds.
  4. Layer cucumber slices in a clean glass jar or airtight container. Tuck in garlic, dill, bay leaf, and mustard seeds evenly among the cucumbers.
  5. Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Press down gently if needed to keep cucumbers under brine.
  6. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 48 hours. The pickles develop flavor after 24 hours but taste best after two days.
  7. After 48 hours, test a chip for crunch and tang. Enjoy chilled, straight from the jar.

Notes

Use cucumbers straight from the fridge to keep them crunchy. Slice evenly for uniform pickling. Use pickling or kosher salt without iodine. Allow full 48 hours refrigeration for best flavor and crunch. To re-crisp softened chips, soak in ice water for 20 minutes before serving. Bay leaf and mustard seed add subtle depth and warmth—don’t skip them. For a spicy variation, add sliced jalapeño or red pepper flakes. Vinegar is essential for safety and flavor in this quick pickle method.

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