British Cucumber Pickle
This British Cucumber Pickle is the most addictive and delicious pickle that you definitely need in your life. Simple to make and packed full of flavour this pickle is an absolute must with cheeses, meats or even straight from the jar.
Ingredients
- 5 cucumbers finely sliced
- 3 tbsp table salt
- 300 g onions finely sliced
- 500 ml apple cider vinegar
- 350 g granulated sugar
- 5 tsp yellow mustard seeds
- ½ tsp ground tumeric (heaped)
Instructions
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Slice 5 cucumbers very finely. It is recommended to use a mandolin but be careful with your fingers
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Layer the cucumbers in a large bowl with 3 tbsp table salt
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Place a side plate on top of the cucumbers and weigh down with a few tins. Leave for 3-4 hours or overnight
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Drain off the liquid and thoroughly rinse the cucumbers before leaving to drain well in a colander
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While the cucumbers are draining, thinly slice 300g onions
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In a large pan, add 500ml apple cider vinegar, 350g granulated sugar, 5 tsp yellow mustard seeds and a heaped ½ tsp ground tumeric
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Slowly bring the liquid to the boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar
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Add the cucumbers and onion to the pickling liquid and bring to the boil for 1-2 minutes
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Sterilise your jars
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Using a slotted spoon, add the pickles to the jars
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Bring the pickling liquid back to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes until it thickens slightly
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Ladle over the cucumbers filling to the top. Put the lids on.
Recipe Notes
Nutritional information is given as a guide only and may vary.
Calorie information is based on a 25g serving.