Sweet and Sour Cucumbers
Yield: 4-6 servings
Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
Tips: Cucumber skin can be left on or peeled off. Seeds may also be removed if desired. You can also cut quartered slices or whole round slices.
Suggestion: Great as a filler ingredient for Lettuce Wraps, or as a side with spicy Thai, Indian or Mexican dishes.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon course ground black pepper
- 1 large cucumber
Directions
In a small sauce pan, combine vinegar, sugar, water and salt. Over medium heat, stirring constantly until liquid boils and sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. While mixture is cooling, peel cucumber if desired, then cut lengthwise into quarters. Cut quarters crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Place in a serving bowl or container with lid and pour marinade over cucumbers. Serve immediately or store in refrigerator until ready to serve.