Taco Pickles (Printable)

Crisp dill pickles marinated in bold taco seasoning. A spicy, tangy snack perfect for parties or as a zesty accompaniment.

# What You Need:

→ Pickles

01 - 1 quart dill pickle spears or chips, drained

→ Marinade

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

→ Fresh Additions

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place drained pickle spears or chips into a large clean jar or airtight container
02 - In a bowl, whisk together pickle brine, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes until well combined
03 - Add sliced garlic and jalapeño to the jar if using
04 - Pour seasoned brine over the pickles, ensuring they are fully submerged
05 - Seal the container tightly and shake gently to distribute the spices evenly
06 - Refrigerate for at least 24 hours, shaking or turning the jar occasionally for even seasoning
07 - Serve chilled as a snack, side, or sandwich topper

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes ten minutes of actual work and zero cooking skill, just shake and wait.
  • The tangy crunch of pickles meets bold taco spice in a way that feels both weird and completely right.
  • Everyone at the party will ask what you did to them and youll sound like a kitchen genius.
02 -
  • Shake the jar every few hours during the first day so the spices dont settle at the bottom and leave some pickles bland.
  • If you use chips instead of spears, they absorb the seasoning faster, so they can be ready in as little as 12 hours.
  • Dont skip draining the pickles first or the brine will be too diluted and the flavor wont stick.
03 -
  • Add a splash of lime juice to the brine for a citrusy twist that brightens the whole flavor profile.
  • Use leftover taco pickle brine as a marinade for chicken or drizzle it over roasted vegetables for an instant flavor boost.
  • Try swapping dill pickles for bread and butter chips if you want a sweet and spicy version that tastes almost like a pickle candy.
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