What is cucumber pickle, how is it made? Benefits of cucumber pickles
Cucumber pickle is one of the traditional flavors of the Turkish table and the most consumed product in winter. It is a cucumber that has been fermented for a period in vinegar or another solution. So, how is cucumber pickle made? Benefits of cucumber pickles ...
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A source of antioxidants, cucumber pickles are quite rich in vitamins and minerals.
Pickled cucumbers are generally a part of mixed pickles.
It is one of the most consumed canned foods in many countries around the world with its different varieties.
CUCUMBER PICKLE INGREDIENTS
- 3 kilos of fresh field cucumbers or gherkins
- 1 head of garlic
- Half a bunch of parsley or dill
- 2 cups of vinegar
- 6 tablespoons of coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon of citric acid
- About 1 tablespoon of chickpeas
- Approximately 8-9 glasses of water
HOW TO MAKE CUCUMBER PICKLES
- Wash the cucumbers and parsley well. Peel the garlic and set aside.
- Then, pierce all the cucumbers in a few places with a needle.
- Place the cucumbers, chickpeas, and citric acid into a 5-liter container.
- Add the parsley on top, then mix the salt, vinegar, and water.
- Fill the jar to the brim with water and close the lid tightly.
- Let it sit in a place away from direct sunlight for 15 days.
- You can then consume it.
BENEFITS OF CUCUMBER PICKLES
- It has been determined that pickles, an inseparable part of Turkish culinary culture, also have an important function in terms of health.
- Known for its appetite-stimulating properties, it has been determined that pickles are protective against nearly ten diseases, from cancer to the flu and ulcers. Experts say that, contrary to popular belief, pickles are not an enemy of the stomach, but a friend.
- It has emerged that pickles, which are made in over 100 varieties from vegetables and fruits, are a complete source of natural healing.
- Experts state that every variety of pickle made from vegetables and fruits, such as onions, garlic, pine cones, pears, artichokes, apples, eggs, cherries, sour cherries, and quinces—both produced in our country and imported from abroad—has very important functions for health.