Southern Dill Green Tomato Pickles
Crisp, tangy homemade pickles made from firm green tomatoes, infused with fresh dill and spices. A classic Southern preserve that rivals anything store-bought.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 28
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Wash green tomatoes and pat dry. Remove stems and cut into 1/4-inch slices or 1-inch chunks.
Step 2
In a large pot, combine vinegar, water, pickling salt, and sugar. Stir until salt dissolves.
Step 3
Bring brine to a rolling boil over high heat, ~4 minutes.
Step 4
While brine heats, layer tomatoes, dill, garlic, mustard seeds, peppercorns, red pepper flakes, bay leaves, and thyme in a sterilized quart jar.
Step 5
Pour hot brine over tomatoes until they are fully submerged. Leave 0.5-inch headspace.
Step 6
Seal jar with a sterilized lid and ring. Let cool at room temperature for 2 hours, then refrigerate.
Step 7
Pickles develop full flavor after 3–5 days in the refrigerator but are good to eat immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (3-quart minimum)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- sterilized quart-sized glass jar with lid and ring
- measuring spoons and cups
- spoon for stirring
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