Pickled Cucumber with Chilli

A quick pickling technique using cucumbers, chili oil, and rice vinegar for a crunchy, salty-sour side dish.

Vegetarian Healthy Side Dish Spicy Pickled Cucumber

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

78.1

kcal / serving

312.4 kcal total

Carbs

4.6g

per serving

18.5 g total

Fat

6.2g

per serving

24.8 g total

Protein

1.1g

per serving

4.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

pinch

Caster Sugar

CondimentsSauces

Chinese Clear Rice Vinegar

cider vinegar is a suitable alternative

Chilli Bean Paste

NutsSeeds

clove

Garlic

peeled and minced

OilsFats

Chilli Oil

Toasted Sesame Oil

Vegetables

piece

Cucumber

sliced in half lengthways, de-seeded, cut into long wedges and 1cm pieces

piece

Red Chilli

fresh, de-seeded and cut into small strips

Method

Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.

Add sliced cucumbers and marinate in the fridge for 20 minutes.

Divide the mixture between small bowls and garnish with chilli strips.

Serve immediately or store in sterilized glass jars for up to one week.