kvasheni ohirky (cossack dill pickles)

How To Make kvasheni ohirky (cossack dill pickles)

• Step 1
  Wash and dry the whole cucumbers then cover with ice water and set aside for 5 minutes. In the meantime, scald a 4 liter glass jar (or two 2 liter jars) in boiling water to sterilize.
• Step 2
  Place the cherry leaves (or alum) in the base of the jar then place a layer of cucumbers inside before adding a few of the garlic cloves and a little of the dill. Repeat this layering process until all the ingredients have been used.
• Step 3
  Bring 4 liters water to a boil, add the salt and pour over the cucumbers in the jar.
• Step 4
  Cover with a plate and set aside to sit in a cool, dark, place to ferment (do not put a tight lid on, or the jar could crack!). The pickles will be ready in about 10 to 12 days, then the jar can be sealed.
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