Spicy Kosher Dill Pickles

"Trader Joe’s Spicy Kosher Dill Pickles come to us from Bulgaria, where our supplier works with local farmers to grow and hand-harvest these miniature cukes (technically, they’re gherkins). Because cucumbers will continue to grow for as long as they’re left on the vine, the timing of the harvest is especially important – if they’re picked too soon, they won’t be big enough, but if they’re left too long, they won’t fit in the jar!

Within 24 hours of picking, they get to pickling in a garlicky brine with spices that include mustard and coriander seeds, allspice, black pepper, and bay leaves. But the real kicker is the hot Pfefferoni Peppers included in the jar. They add precisely the right amount of pepper play to partner with the salty, tangy crunch and produce prodigiously piquant pickles. Are you in the mood yet? (Take a listen to the most recent episode of the Inside Trader Joe’s podcast for even more on these kicked-up-pickles.)"