Taco Pickles Bold Flavor (Print Version)

Crisp dill pickles marinated in bold taco spices, delivering a tangy and spicy twist.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pickles

01 - 1 quart dill pickle spears or chips, drained

→ Marinade

02 - 1 cup pickle brine
03 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Fresh Additions (optional)

06 - 1 clove garlic, sliced
07 - 1 small jalapeño, sliced

# How to Make It:

01 - Place drained dill pickle spears or chips into a large, clean jar or airtight container.
02 - Whisk pickle brine, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes in a bowl until combined.
03 - Incorporate sliced garlic and jalapeño into the jar if using.
04 - Pour the seasoned brine over pickles ensuring full submersion.
05 - Seal the container tightly and shake gently to evenly distribute spices.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 24 hours, shaking or turning occasionally for uniform seasoning.
07 - Enjoy chilled as a snack, side dish, or sandwich garnish.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They're ready in 10 minutes of actual work, then the fridge does the heavy lifting.
  • One jar of these becomes the snack everyone gravitates toward at parties.
  • They bring serious flavor to nachos, burgers, or straight from the jar at midnight.
02 -
  • Don't skip the 24-hour wait—that's when the pickles actually taste like taco pickles instead of pickles with seasoning sprinkled on top.
  • If your pickles go soft, you've either waited too long or your jar wasn't sealed properly; fresh pickles and a tight seal keep them crisp for weeks.
03 -
  • Use homemade taco seasoning if you want full control over salt, spice level, and what goes into your jar.
  • Don't drain all the brine from your original pickles; that liquid is essential for keeping them crisp and flavorful.
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