Candied Dills

Prep: 14 min Cuisine: American

Sweet and tangy candied dills feature crisp pickle spears coated in a rich brown sugar syrup, creating a delightful balance of sweet and sour flavors. Perfect as a snack, garnish, or addition to cheese platters, this treat appeals to those who enjoy crunchy, flavorful preserved vegetables.

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Ingredients

  • 8 large dill pickles
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Let 25 pickles (4 inch size) stand 2 weeks in salt brine (9 pt. water, 1 pt. salt). Drain and wash.
  2. Cut the pickles into chunks or chips.
  3. Put the cut pickles in water with 1 heaping tablespoon of alum (size of a walnut).
  4. The next morning, wash and drain the pickles.
  5. Pour the dressing (made of brown sugar, vinegar, and water) over the pickles.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

120 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.3g 1% DV
Total Fat 0.1g
Carbs 29.4g 11% DV
Fiber 0.3g 1% DV
Sugar 28.3g 57% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 17.8mg 1% DV
Potassium 90.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 1.5mcg
Vitamin C 0.6mg 1% DV
Calcium 44.3mg 3% DV
Iron 0.4mg 2% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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