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Pickled cucumber seeds served in a jar

Pickled Cucumber Seeds

Cucumber seeds are rarely used on their own, yet they can be an excellent ingredient for pickling. Pickling in vinegar not only enhances their flavor but also gives them a crunchy texture. It's especially known in Middle Eastern and Balkan cuisines, where the seeds are fermented with various spices. This recipe is a unique way to use cucumber seeds, which you can easily prepare at home and enjoy as a snack or as an addition to salads.

Prep Time 10 min
Preparation 5 min
Total 15 min
50 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 6
⭕ 150 g Cucumber Seeds
⭕ 500 ml Water
⭕ 100 ml Vinegar (10% acidity)
⭕ 15 g Salt
⭕ 30 g Sugar
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 2 Bay Leaves
⭕ 1 tbsp Mustard Seeds
⭕ 1 tsp Black Peppercorns
⭕ 1 tsp Dill Seeds

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Thoroughly wash the cucumber seeds and then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

    2

    In a medium saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the ingredients are completely dissolved.

    3

    Peel and halve the garlic cloves. Place the bay leaves, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and dill seeds at the bottom of a sterilized jar.

    4

    Fill the jar with the prepared cucumber seeds, layering them with the spices and garlic.

    5

    Pour the hot pickling liquid (brine) into the jar, ensuring that the seeds are completely submerged.

    6

    Let the jar cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

    7

    Your pickled cucumber seeds are ready! Use them in salads, sandwiches, or enjoy them as a standalone snack.