A pickled cucumber is a traditional accompaniment for appetizers such as spring rolls or for barbecued foods. It is prepared by slicing the cucumber into quarters lengthwise and then into thin segments, while the chilies are sliced thinly after removing the seeds. The shallots and water chestnuts are also finely chopped and combined with ingredients like rice vinegar, sugar, red onion, fish sauce, cilantro, and red spur chili. This mixture is served fresh and can be refrigerated for two to three weeks.
Ingredients (6)
Rice Vinegar
Cucumber
Shallot
Fish Sauce
Coriander
Red Chili Pepper
Instructions (8 steps)
1Slice the cucumber into four lengthwise
2then cut the pieces into segments about one-eighth of an inch thick.
3Slice the tops off the chilies
4remove any loose seeds and discard them
5then thinly slice the chilies.
6Slice the shallots and water chestnuts.
7Combine and serve.
8This will keep for 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator.