Kosher pickles

Kosher pickles are made with cucumbers that are washed and combined with dill, various other spices, kosher salt, and clean water. They are then left to ferment anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. Originally, kosher pickles were brought to New York City by eastern European Jewish immigrants who first sold them on pushcarts, then out of barrels.

As the business became profitable, Jewish immigrants started opening their own shops, and today kosher pickles are a staple at most Jewish delis, where they are often served complimentary with a big meal.