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Zesty Dilly Beans Recipe Easy Homemade with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes

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A quick and easy recipe for zesty dilly beans with fresh garlic and toasted red pepper flakes, perfect for snacking or garnishing with a bold, tangy flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (about 4–5 sprigs)
  • 4 large garlic cloves, crushed or minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, lightly toasted
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar (240 ml)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds

Instructions

  1. Trim and wash the green beans: snap off the stem ends and rinse under cold water. Pat dry with a clean towel (about 5 minutes).
  2. Toast the red pepper flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Prepare the pickling liquid by combining apple cider vinegar, water, kosher salt, sugar, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring to dissolve salt and sugar (about 5 minutes).
  4. Pack the jar by placing fresh dill, crushed garlic, and toasted red pepper flakes at the bottom of a sterilized 1-quart jar. Pack the green beans vertically, pressing them snugly but not crushed.
  5. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the beans in the jar, covering completely but leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Use a spoon or chopstick to release air bubbles.
  6. Wipe the rim clean, seal the jar tightly, and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate immediately.
  7. Wait at least 48 hours before eating to allow flavors to meld. Beans keep up to 3 weeks refrigerated.

Notes

Use the freshest green beans for best texture. Toast red pepper flakes gently to mellow heat. Crush garlic for more aroma. Pack beans tightly but gently. Sterilize jars to avoid contamination. Wait at least 48 hours before tasting for best flavor. If brine is cloudy or smells off, discard. Adjust red pepper flakes for desired heat level.

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Keywords: zesty dilly beans, pickled green beans, garlic, red pepper flakes, easy snack, homemade pickles, quick pickling

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