Crisp Pickled Cucumbers with Aspirin (No Sterilization)

Wash the jar thoroughly with baking soda and sterilize it over steam.

Soak the cucumbers in cold water for 2 hours, then rinse them well.

Place the peppercorns, bay leaf, garlic, and dill at the bottom of the jar.

Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jar, pour boiling water over them, and let sit for 10-15 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the brine: bring water to a boil, add salt, sugar, and citric acid, stir well, then add the crushed aspirin and bring back to a boil until fully dissolved.

Drain the water from the jar and pour the hot brine over the cucumbers all the way to the top.

Seal tightly with a lid, wrap in a warm blanket, and leave until completely cooled.