Spicy lightly pickled cucumbers recipe for a refreshing side

Ingredients for Spicy lightly pickled cucumbers

• 900 g medium persian cucumbers, cut lengthwise into spears

• 60 ml white wine vinegar or unseasoned rice vinegar

• 5 g sugar

• 2 g crushed red pepper flakes

• 10 g kosher salt, plus more

• 30 g chopped dill

• 30 ml fresh lemon juice

How to make Spicy lightly pickled cucumbers

1. Combine the cucumbers in a large bowl with the vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, and 2 teaspoons of salt. Chill for at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours, tossing once during the chilling time.

2. Just before serving, add the dill and lemon juice, then toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.

Disclaimer
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