Pickled Cucumber

Crisp, tangy, and bursting with freshness, these homemade pickled cucumbers are the perfect balance of sweet and sour. Whether served alongside grilled meats, added to gourmet sandwiches, or enjoyed straight from the jar, this versatile recipe elevates any dish with a refreshing crunch. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s a must-have in your kitchen repertoire.

Pickled Cucumber recipe

Ingredients

Cucumber: Half a continental cucumber, finely sliced
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Sugar: 4 teaspoons
White vinegar: 2 tablespoons
Water: 4 tablespoons
Dill (fresh): 4 teaspoons, finely sliced

Method

Sterilise a jar and lid by boiling them in a pot. Ensure that the lid is off. Carefully remove from the water and leave to cool
Finely slice the cucumber and place in a clean jar.
Heat the remaining ingredients in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves and add to the cucumber.
Allow to cool and then place in the fridge for at least 2 hours.