Cucumbers In Turmeric Recipe

Name: Cucumbers In Turmeric
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 slicing-type cucumbers; 3 Tbsp. pickling salt; 1 small onion, finely minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 Tbsp. fresh ginger root, minced or 1 tsp. dried ground ginger; 2 Tbsp. peanut oil; 1 1/2 tsp. turmeric; 1 Tbsp. white sugar; 1/2 c. cider vinegar; 1/4 c. water

Servings: persons

5 slicing-type cucumbers
3 Tbsp. pickling salt
1 small onion, finely minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. fresh ginger root, minced or 1 tsp. dried ground ginger
2 Tbsp. peanut oil
1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 Tbsp. white sugar
1/2 c. cider vinegar
1/4 c. water

1
Peel the cucumbers.
2
Cut into quarters lengthwise.
3
Scrape away seeds and cut into bite-sized pieces.
4
Mix with 2 tablespoons salt.
5
Refrigerate for an hour.
6
Wash the cucumbers in fresh water three times and drain well.
7
Press in a clean dish towel to remove as much moisture as possible.
8
Saute the onion, garlic and ginger root in the peanut oil until the onion is soft.
9
Add the turmeric, remaining tablespoon of salt and sugar.
10
Stir well.
11
Add the vinegar and water.
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Simmer 10 minutes.
13
Pour mixture over the cucumbers in a glass or crockery bowl.
14
Refrigerate at least one hour.
15
Stir a few times.
16
These are great with lamb dishes and curries.
17
They will keep (covered) in the refrigerator for a few weeks.

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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: 5 slicing-type cucumbers, 3 Tbsp. pickling salt, 1 small onion, finely minced, 3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Cucumbers In Turmeric 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.

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