AJAD (AUTHENTIC THAI CUCUMBER SALAD)

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This fresh pickle is the classic accompaniment to many deep-fried and barbequed Thai appetizers and some curries. It's best made a few hours before serving.

Provided by Toi

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup white vinegar
¼ cup water
4 tablespoons white sugar, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons salt
6 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
3 shallots, thinly sliced
2 Thai bird's eye chiles, halved lengthwise

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook until sugar and salt are dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning so the pickling liquid is pleasantly sweet, sour, and lightly salty.
  • Combine cucumbers, shallots, and chile peppers in a large bowl. Cover with pickling liquid. Refrigerate for a few hours to let flavors combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 590.4 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

Estrella Mendez
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Krishna Das
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This is my new favorite way to eat cucumbers! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Only Entertainment
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


The Gamer Pros
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I love the combination of sweet, sour, and salty in this salad. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Abdo Nsr
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


Nadim Ahmad
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer side dish.


imranbutt imranbutt
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I love the use of fresh herbs in this salad. It really gives it a bright and flavorful taste.


Imran Hossin
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This is a great salad to serve at a party or barbecue. It's always a hit!


Ar Rahman
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I'm not usually a fan of cucumber salad, but this one is amazing! The dressing is perfect.


Sshhrunvm7 Sshhakitng7
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it a day or two in advance and it will still be delicious.


Sajjad Laghari
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I love how this salad is both healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Fofo Roro
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Imran
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty.


Lexi Robison
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This salad is so easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover cucumbers.


BD Cricket
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation.


Steve Maxwell
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This Thai cucumber salad, ajad, is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. The cucumbers are crisp and cool, and the dressing is tangy and sweet.