Pickled cucumbers are one of the most popular side dishes. They are perfect with burgers, grilled chicken, nachos, sandwiches, wraps, BBQ, and even fish because they’re crunchy and tangy. On top of that, they’re also low in calories. They’re so good that many people eat them as a snack. Now you have an idea why pickles are so famous.
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Most pickled cucumbers are easy to make, but they sometimes take a lot of time before they are ready to eat. It can even take days. If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, try this Asian-Style pickled cucumber recipe from Flo Lum on YouTube. It takes only a few minutes to prepare. The only hard part is waiting for them to soak in the vinegar solution, which takes a few hours. To make the homemade recipe, you need 5 simple ingredients: English cucumbers, vinegar, sugar, crushed red pepper, and salt. Some people like adding red onion, ginger, shallot, soy sauce, and sesame seeds for added flavor. Give this recipe a try; I am sure it will instantly become your favorite.
Easy Asian Pickled Cucumber Ingredients
- two long English cucumbers
- half a cup of rice vinegar
- three tablespoons of sugar
- pinch crushed red pepper
- salt to taste
How to Make Asian Pickled Cucumber
Step 1:
Start by slicing the cucumbers into thin slices. Place them in a bowl.
Step 2:
Season with salt to taste, then stir.
Step 3:
In a different container, add half a cup of rice vinegar and three tablespoons of sugar. Mix until the sugar dissolves. Mix in a pinch of crushed red pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 4:
Pour the mixture over the cucumbers, then stir well.
Step 5:
Let the cucumbers marinate for at least 3 to 4 hours in the fridge, stirring occasionally.
Asian-Style Pickled Cucumber
