Achar (Indonesian Quick Pickles) Recipe

Name: Achar (Indonesian Quick Pickles)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cucumber; 1 carrot; 1/2 red onion; 1 cup thinly sliced white cabbage (green also works); 1 garlic clove, halved; 2 fresh serrano chilies, halved; 1 tablespoon salt; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

1
Cut the cucumber, carrots, and onion into julienne strips.
2
Place all vegetables in a medium-large glass bowl, sprinkle with salt and toss to combine.
3
Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
4
Put the vegetables in a colander and rinse under cold water to remove the salt, drain well.
5
Combine the vinegar, water, and sugar in a small saucepan.
6
Heat until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is boiling.
7
Immediately pour over the vegetables in the bowl, toss to combine.
8
Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
9
Serve cold.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cucumber, 1 carrot, 1/2 red onion, 1 cup thinly sliced white cabbage (green also works), and more.

Yes, Achar (Indonesian Quick Pickles) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Achar (Indonesian Quick Pickles)

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Variations & substitutions

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