Pickled cucumbers are popular not only in Russia, but also in other countries of the former Soviet
Union
: Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan.
Also, pickled cucumbers may be known in some other European countries where there are diasporas of natives of the former Soviet Union. For example, low-salted cucumbers and tomatoes are found in “Russian stores”. These are small grocery stores that exist in New York, Tokyo, Berlin and other large cities in Asia and Europe.
Moreover, pickles are popular not only with the Russian population. Even foreigners are interested in this product.
Let’s tell you how to make delicious low-salted cucumbers with tomatoes at home.
Ingredients:
- Cucumbers – 700 g;
- Tomato – 500 g;
- Garlic – 3 cloves;
- Dill – a bundle;
- Vegetable oil – 4 tbsp;
- Vinegar (25%) – 1 tbsp;
- Sugar – 1 tsp;
- Black pepper – ½ tsp;
- Chili – ½ tsp;
- Salt – â…“ tsp.
Preparing the pickles and tomatoes:
Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise, slice tomato slices. Chop dill and garlic. Put the cucumbers, tomato, dill and garlic in a cellophane bag.
Pour sugar, black pepper, chili and salt into the bag, pour in vegetable oil and vinegar. Close the bag and mix all the vegetables and spices thoroughly
. Leave the closed bag for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
This appetizer is great for kebab, for meat dishes. You get crispy and moderately salty cucumbers and tomatoes.
