Quick Pickled Cucumber and Ginger
Transform your everyday cucumbers into a tangy, flavorful delight with this Quick Pickled Cucumber and Ginger recipe! Perfect for busy home cooks, this 15-minute recipe combines crisp cucumber slices with the zesty kick of fresh ginger, all steeped in a subtly sweet and salty vinegar brine. Optional sesame seeds and red chili flakes add a touch of nuttiness and heat, elevating this quick pickle into an irresistible side dish or topping for salads, sandwiches, and grain bowls. Whether served fresh or chilled for a deeper flavor, this easy pickling method is a great way to brighten up your meals with minimal effort. Keywords: quick pickled cucumber, ginger pickles, homemade pickles, easy pickling recipe, tangy cucumber salad.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer, slice the cucumbers into thin, even rounds.
Step 2
Peel the fresh ginger and julienne it into thin strips.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat and stir until the sugar and salt have dissolved completely. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 4
In a clean bowl or jar, layer the cucumber slices and ginger strips. If using sesame seeds or red chili flakes, sprinkle them evenly over the layers.
Step 5
Pour the slightly cooled pickling liquid over the cucumbers and ginger, ensuring all the ingredients are submerged.
Step 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the jar with a lid. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week for a more intense pickled flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (686.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 211.1 |
| Total Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2376.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.1g | |
| Protein 3.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 111.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 746.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories