Lightly Salted Cucumbers with Vodka

Description

Suitable for both festive occasions and everyday meals. You won't have to wait long—the cucumbers will be ready in just 1–2 days. Pickle and store them in the refrigerator; you can add garlic cloves or any leaves from fruit trees or shrubs. You can pickle the cucumbers whole, in slices, or in pieces. I assure you, the cucumbers are incredibly delicious. Serve with herbs and sauce.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Wash the leaves and herbs, and place them in a jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Wash the cucumbers and cut them lengthwise into 4–6 pieces, then place them in the jar with the herbs, add a bay leaf and peppercorns.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Mix a liter of water with salt and vodka, and pour over the cucumbers.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Pour the prepared marinade over the cucumbers in the jar and close the lid (not too tightly); refrigerate for 1–2 days.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Serve the finished pickles as an appetizer.