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Quick Zesty Pickled Dilly Beans Recipe with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes for Easy Homemade Snack

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A quick and easy recipe for zesty pickled dilly beans infused with garlic, fresh dill, and red pepper flakes. Perfect for snacking, garnishing, or adding a flavorful twist to cocktails and dishes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) white vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) water
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450g) of fresh green beans thoroughly. Trim the stem ends off, and cut longer beans in half if desired. This takes about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Place 2-3 smashed garlic cloves, 1-2 sprigs of fresh dill, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and ½ teaspoon black peppercorns into each pint-sized jar. Using tongs or chopsticks, pack the green beans vertically, pressing gently to avoid breaking but ensuring a tight fit. Leave about ½ inch (1.3 cm) of space at the top. This takes about 5 minutes per jar.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1 ½ cups (360ml) white vinegar, 1 ½ cups (360ml) water, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve salt and sugar. Once boiling, remove from heat immediately. This takes 7-10 minutes.
  4. Carefully pour the hot brine over the green beans in each jar, covering the beans completely. Tap jars gently on the counter to release trapped air bubbles. Wipe rims clean with a damp cloth, then seal with lids.
  5. Let jars cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes), then transfer to the refrigerator. Beans develop flavor after about 24 hours but taste best after 3 days. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use fresh, crisp green beans for best texture. Smash garlic cloves to release oils for better flavor infusion. Pack beans tightly but gently to avoid bruising. Wait at least 24 hours before eating for best flavor. Store refrigerated up to 2 weeks. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat level. For gluten-free, verify vinegar ingredients. Variations include using apple cider vinegar, adding lemon slices or mustard seeds, or substituting herbs.

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