Acar Timun - Asian pickled cucumbers
Asian pickled cucumbers, or acar timun in Indonesia, are a sweet, tangy and refreshing side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Marinated in vinegar, sugar, and salt, they offer a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes.
Servings: 20 portions
Calories: 3kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pcs cucumber
- 1 pcs carrot
- 5 pcs shallots
- 20 pcs pcs fresh green chilis
Seasoning
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp mushroom powder
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 100 ml water
Instructions
- Wash clean the cucumber. Cut in the middle, throw away the seed part, so only the white part is used. Cut it into dice size. Peel the carrot and dice it. Cut the shallots in small pieces. Toss all the vegetables including the fresh green chilis in a bowl or a container. Add the seasoning and water. Mix well until sugar dissolves.
- Add water into the mixture. Stir well.
- Pour in vinegar. Let it marinade overnight in the chiller for better result.
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Notes
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly before cutting to keep everything fresh and clean.
- Store the vegetables in an airtight container during the marinating process. If you’re using a bowl, make sure to cover it tightly with cling wrap.
- Remove the soft, seedy center of the cucumber—this helps prevent the pickle from turning watery and keeps it fresh longer.
- Use distilled or boiled (and cooled) water for the pickling liquid to maintain freshness and avoid unwanted bacteria.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.01g | Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 117mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 0.4mg | Iron: 0.004mg