But these spicy, slightly sweet quick-pickled cucumbers changed all that. By Jesse Sparks. February 15, 2019. Photo by Alex Lau, food styling by Sue Li, prop styling by Kalen Kaminski.

Salting cucumbers before pickling is an important step. Cucumbers are around 96% water; salt helps to draw out some of that moisture to ensure your pickles retain their crunch in the brine.

Start by washing the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them into spears or rounds, depending on your preference. In a mixing bowl, combine the chamoy sauce, sugar, chili powder, salt, water, and lime juice.

½ cup lemon-lime soft drink (such as 7UP or Sprite) Toasted sesame oil, for serving. 1. Pack a clean, heatproof 1-quart container with cucumbers, garlic and chile; set aside.

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In a large saucepan over high heat, combine vinegar, sugar, pickling spice, and jalapeno pepper . Bring to a boil and add cucumber slices; return to a boil and cook 15 minutes, stirring ...

2. Heat vinegar, ½ cup water, sugar and salt over medium high in a small saucepan, stirring occasionally, until sugar and salt are dissolved, about 5 minutes.

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