Step 1

Combine cucumber and onion in a clean spring-top jar.

Step 2

Combine the remaining ingredients, with the exception of the garlic, in a non-reactive saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 4 full minutes to wake up the spice flavors.

Step 3

Add the garlic cloves to the jar. Slowly and gently pour the pickling liquid over the onion and cucumber slices, filling to the top of the jar.

Step 4

Cool to room temperature. Top off the pickles with any remaining pickling liquid and refrigerate for 2 days or up to 1 week before serving.