Simple Cucumbers Pickles in Salt Brine

Ingredients :

Small strong fresh cucumbers about 4-6 depends the jar size. Of coure washed very well.:

1 clean jar:

Pickling salt or non idolized salt. 2 -3 tsp per 2 cups of water:

1 tsp coriander seeds or dill seeds:

1/4 tsp turmeric powder (optional):

1-2 garlic clove:

1 bay leave. This will keep the cucumber crunchy longer time:

filtered water :

Note :- you can add pepper corns or you can add pickling spices or you can add fresh dill. It is up to you. It is your pickles :):

Steps-:

1-Add all the spices and garlic in the jar first.:

2-Add cucumbers as many as the jar can fit.:

3-Mix water and salt then pour it in the jar. The water should be above the cucumbers level.:

4-Top every thing with one bay leave.:

5-Close with the lid lightly so any gas that will accrue during the fermentation process can escape easily.:

6-Keep the jar in the room temperature for about 5 to 7 days or depends on the temperature of the room. If it is hot they may be ready within 5 days. Just keep an eye on them and also you can try one and see if they are good to your liking.:

7-After opening you may store in the fridge to stop the fermentation process.:

Pickling Spices - 1 oz - $6.00
from: RawSpiceBar