THE CULINARY LEGACY OF A LEBANESE JEW

PICKLED CUCUMBERS

Sheila Mann
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • 1 Scrubbing Brush
  • 1 Sharp-pointed Knife
  • 1 Glass Jars with Airtight Lids
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Funnel (Optional)
  • 1 Peeler

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg small cucumbers suitable for preserving
  • 1 liter water
  • 2 tbsp salt
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Wash the cucumbers thoroughly by scrubbing them one by one under running water.
  • Pierce each cucumber by inserting a sharp-pointed knife in the middle.
  • Pack the cucumbers tightly into clean glass jars.
  • Prepare the brine by mixing the salt with water and adding the vinegar.
  • Pour the brine over the cucumbers, letting the liquid overflow to remove any trapped air.
  • Seal the jars tightly and leave them unopened for at least 10 days or until the cucumbers turn light green.
  • After opening, store the jar in the refrigerator.
  • Optional: Add whole peeled garlic cloves, mustard seeds, or dill for extra flavor.