Having left the dacha until the next weekend, many are upset that during this time the cucumbers will have outgrown or will grow crooked due to improper care.
But, as they say, you can't throw them away. And such vegetables are good for processing for the winter.
Expert of the online publication "BelNovosti" Yulia Arkhipova, a cook and fourth-class baker, told what tasty things can be made from crooked and overgrown cucumbers.
You will need:
- fresh cucumbers - 700 g;
- garlic - 2 cloves;
- bay leaf - 1 pc.;
- allspice - 5 peas;
- hot pepper to taste;
- dill - 1 sprig;
- carnation - 2 inflorescences;
- salt - 2 tbsp;
- sugar - 1 tbsp;
- vinegar (9%) - 1.5 tbsp.
How to cook
1. Cucumbers should be cut into small cubes.
2. Peel the garlic and place it in clean jars along with the bay leaf, cloves, dill and allspice.
3. Place the sliced cucumbers on top and pour boiling water over them.
4. After 15-20 minutes, drain the brine from the jar into a saucepan, add salt and sugar, bring to a boil, then pour into the jars and add vinegar.
Close the lid, turn over, and when cool, put the cucumber preparation away for storage in a dark and cool place. Enjoy your meal!
Expert: Julia Arkhipova
