CucumberThis vegetable, besides stir-frying, cold mixing, can also be used to make masks, of course, and also for making pickled cucumbers.The pickling method for cucumber pickles is not much different from the general pickling method, so you can pickle it together with other vegetables.

Cucumber pickle pickling method: Spicy and savoryPickled cucumbers

IngredientsPreparation

Appropriate amount of cucumber, dryChili peppersMature whiteSesame seeds，White sugarChili powder,Black pepper powderSalt, old soy sauce, riceVinegarAppropriate amount.

Method steps

1. Wash and dry the cucumbers, add salt, and press with a weight for half an hour to remove water;

2. After pickling the cucumbers, add chili powder, black pepper powder, chopped dried chili peppers, and old soy sauce;

3. Add rice vinegar and mix well, then place in the refrigerator to chill, and add a little sesame oil orChili oilbefore eating.

Tips

Vinegar will neutralize some of the spiciness, creating a more palatable sour and spicy flavor.

Cucumber pickle pickling method: Crisp and refreshing pickled cucumbers

Ingredient preparation

Cucumber, sesame oil, cooking wine,Soy sauce，LemonGarlic, white sugar, chili powder, salt appropriate amount.

Method steps

1. Wash and dry the cucumbers, then place chopsticks on both sides of the cucumber, cutting along the edge, resulting in cucumber slices that are all connected;

2. Take a bowl, mix sesame oil, cooking wine, soy sauce,Lemon juicewhite sugar, chili powder, salt, and mix well;

3. Place the cucumbers in the container, pour in the sauce, seal with plastic wrap, and cover with a lid, shake every few hours, and you can eat it the next day.

Tips

Shaking helps the cucumbers absorb the flavors better. Add seasonings according to your personal taste. Preserving the crispness of the cucumbers during pickling makes the pickled cucumbers taste better..

Nutritional value and effects of cucumbers

Cucumbers contain cucurbitane C, which has the effect of improving the body's immune function. In addition, cucumbers contain rich vitamin E, which has the effect of longevity and anti-aging. In addition, cucumbers have the effects of moisturizing and smoothing wrinkles.The cellulose in cucumbers has a certain effect on promoting the removal of rotten substances in the human body and lowering cholesterol, which can strengthen the body.It contains vitamin B1, which is beneficial for improving brain and nervous system function, which can help to improve sleep.