Lightly Salted Cucumbers
Description
The recipe won't take much time. I'll explain in more detail below. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
For the brine, dissolve the salt in cold boiled water. Stir thoroughly until it dissolves.
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Step 3
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. If you like, you can trim the ends on both sides, but I don't do that.
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Step 4
Wash the dill, pat it dry, and cut it into several pieces along with the stems. Peel the garlic and slice it into thin slices. Cut off a couple of rings of hot pepper and remove the seeds.
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Step 5
Prepare a clean container in which you will pickle the cucumbers. You can use a jar, a deep glass bowl, or a food container. Place some herbs, garlic, allspice, and hot pepper on the bottom.
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Step 6
Then add some of the cucumbers.
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Step 7
Add dill, garlic, and peppers on top.
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Step 8
And arrange a second row of cucumbers.
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Step 9
Pour cold brine over the cucumbers; it must completely cover them.
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Step 10
If necessary, you can place some weight on top so they don't float. I cover the cucumbers with the lid from the bowl. Leave the cucumbers at room temperature for several hours, then refrigerate for 24 hours.
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Step 11
Lightly salted cucumbers are ready—enjoy your meal!