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Pickled Dill

Dill loses freshness quickly, so light pickling helps preserve its aroma and makes it convenient to use later.

Best in season: Spring • Summer
Time
20 min
Yield
3 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Pickled dill is a fragrant herb preserve that works well in soups, salads, and sauces.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 6 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • dill
    500 g
  • water
    500 ml
  • vinegar (9%)
    80–100 ml
  • salt
    1 tbsp
  • sugar
    1–2 tbsp
  • spices
    to taste
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

This recipe has 6 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 20 min
1

Prepare the dill

Sort, wash, and thoroughly dry the dill.

2

Blanch (optional)

Pour boiling water over for 10–15 seconds to preserve color.

3

Prepare the marinade

Bring water, salt, and sugar to a boil, then add vinegar.

4

Pack into jars

Place dill into sterilized jars with spices.

5

Pour and seal

Pour hot marinade over and seal.

6

Cool and store

Let cool completely and store.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

Do I need to blanch dill?

Not required, but it helps preserve color.

How long does it keep?

Up to several months in a cool place.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

These pages help with situations that often come up during preparation, drying, or storage. Each one opens a separate page with an explanation.

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Marinade calculator

Quickly recalculate water, salt, sugar, and vinegar for a different jar count.

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Vinegar converter

Useful when the recipe calls for one vinegar strength and you have another.

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Problems and solutions

Cloudy brine, soft vegetables, lids, mold, and other frequent situations.

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Important for safety

Home preserving always depends on cleanliness, correct proportions, sterilization, and storage conditions. If the result seems doubtful, it is safer not to take risks and to open the related troubleshooting pages and explanations.