Sweet and Spicy Cucumber Slices

When I saw this recipe I thought it might be something my family would enjoy.

I was right.  They devoured it and there weren't any leftovers.

It's a little bit more work than just slicing some cucumbers

but definately worth the effort.

Ingredients

1 English cucumber

1 tsp pickling salt

1/4 cup rice vinegar, seasoned or regular

1/4 cup water

1 1/2 Tbsp sugar

1/8 tsp red pepper flakes

1 Tbsp minced red onion

Place cucumber slices in a colander sitting over a bowl,

sprinkle with salt and toss well.

Let sit for 1 hour refrigerated.

Toss the cukes a few more times while they drain as well.

While cucumber slices are draining, prepare marinade below.

Combine vinegar, water, sugar and red pepper in a small saucepan.

Bring to boil, reduce heat, cook until reduced to a 1/3 cup (about 10 minutes).

If for some reason you boil for too long,

just add a little water until you have 1/3 cup.

Remove reduction from heat and add onion.

Let mixture cool to room temperature.

When cucumbers are done resting, pat them dry with a few paper towels

and then combine with the vinegar reduction.

This can be served immediately,

but for best results refrigerate until well chilled.

~Finding the amazing in the simple~

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