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Mexican-Style Pickled Cucumbers Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (active time for preparing marinade and slicing, no cooking involved)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes (including marination time)
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This refreshing Mexican-Style Cucumbers recipe features crisp cucumber slices marinated in a tangy and slightly sweet vinegar mixture with garlic, herbs, and optional chili for a mild heat. Perfect as a light appetizer or a zesty side dish, these cucumbers bring a vibrant flavor to your meal and pair beautifully with tacos, grilled meats, or chips.

Ingredients

Cucumbers

  • 500 g cucumbers

Marinade

  • 250 ml vinegar
  • 250 ml water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 dried chili (optional for heat)
  • 5 black peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf
  • A small handful of fresh herbs (such as dill or cilantro), roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Slice Cucumbers: Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a bowl to prepare for salting.
  2. Salt to Release Moisture: Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices and allow them to sit for about 30 minutes. This step draws out excess moisture to keep the cucumbers crisp and enhances flavor absorption.
  3. Prepare Marinade: In a separate bowl, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and crushed garlic. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Add black peppercorns, bay leaf, and dried chili if using to infuse the marinade with spices.
  4. Combine Cucumbers and Marinade: Drain any liquid released from the cucumbers and transfer them into the marinade. Gently stir until all cucumber slices are thoroughly coated with the mixture.
  5. Marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Allow the cucumbers to marinate for at least 1 hour to develop flavor and texture.
  6. Serve: Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or appetizer. These cucumbers complement tacos, grilled meats, and chips perfectly.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of dried chili or add fresh jalapeño slices.
  • Using fresh herbs such as cilantro or dill enhances the flavor but can be adjusted based on preference.
  • The cucumbers can be marinated overnight for even deeper flavor.
  • This dish keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use white vinegar for a classic taste or experiment with apple cider vinegar for a fruitier note.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/mexican-style-pickled-cucumbers-recipe/