Pickle Brine
A brine I needed for a recipe and I had no pickles.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Cooling30 minutes mins
 
- 227 grams water (1 cup)
 - 303 grams white vinegar (1⅓ cups)
 - 12 grams sugar (1 tablespoon) (optional)
 - 8-16 grams kosher salt (1-2 tablespoons)
 - 6-12 grams dill seed (1-2 tablespoons)
 - 5 grams garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
 - 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
 
 
Place all ingredients in a small pot.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Turn off, remove from heat, let cool.