How to Make Pickled Cucumbers for Burgers

I am a chef on a luxury world cruise liner. I love to cook and write recipes that are inspired by foods from all over the world.

A popular condiment in dishes such as burgers, pickled cucumbers are made by soaking sliced cucumbers in a vinegar solution. In general, pickling is a common way to preserve fruits or vegetables. Allow me to show you this quick pickled cucumber recipe.

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Ingredients

• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Utensils

For Preparation:

• 1 large bowl
• 2 medium bowls
• 1 small bowl
• 1 medium plate
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons
• chopping board
• knife

Instructions

1. In a bowl, add all of the ingredients except for the cucumbers.
2. Stir the mixture until all of the solids have completely dissolved.
3. Add the cucumber slices.
4. Keep the pickled cucumbers inside the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Tips and Techniques

• There are so many different brands of vinegar available at the supermarkets. Make sure to taste the vinegar first before adding it to the mixture.
• Adding garlic builds extra flavor.
• For a spicy kick, add chopped chilies.
• Let the cucumber slices sit in the pickling juice for at least one hour before serving. This allows time for the cucumbers to fully absorb the pickling flavors.

Step-by-Step Procedure: Pickled Cucumber

More Condiments to Try

• How to Make Pickled Hawaiian Mangoes (Burong Mangga)
  Pickled vegetable is a common delicious side dish or snack enjoyed by everyone. Try this recipe for a sweet, tangy and spicy pickled Hawaiian mangoes or burong mangga.
• How to Make Corn Salsa: A Mexican-Inspired Dish
  Mexican salsa is a tasty and versatile condiment that can be added to all kinds of dishes. Corn salsa is a delicious variation to the traditional tomato-based recipe.

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Comments

Travel Chef (author) from Manila on August 13, 2019:

Hello Liz,

You are right, it can be eaten with anything.

Travel Chef (author) from Manila on August 13, 2019:

Hi Pamela,

It's our all time favorite at home since it's so easy to prepare. This recipe is kinda sweet, you can add other spices for some twist to its flavor.

Liz Westwood from UK on August 11, 2019:

This is a quick and easy recipe for a great accompaniment.

Pamela Oglesby from Sunny Florida on August 11, 2019:

I use to make pickled cucumbers, and I haven't thought of them in a while. Thanks for the recipe. I didn't ever actually have a recipe, but yours looks just like what I made.