Best 10 Sweet Spicy Cucumbers Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the sweet and spicy symphony of pickled cucumbers, a culinary delight that strikes a perfect balance between flavors. This delectable treat offers a delightful combination of sweetness, heat, and a hint of tanginess, making it a versatile accompaniment to a wide range of dishes. Whether you enjoy them as a refreshing snack, a tangy addition to salads, or an invigorating ingredient in sandwiches and wraps, sweet spicy cucumbers add a burst of zesty flavor that's sure to leave you craving more. So, embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect recipe to create irresistibly sweet and spicy cucumbers that will elevate your meals to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Sweet Spicy Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 large cucumbers, seeded and diced, peel if desired
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 -2 teaspoon minced jalapeno pepper
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers, onion and minced jalapenos in a large bowl.
  • In a seperate bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients; pour over cucumber mixture and toss well to coat.
  • Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

SWEET & SPICY CUCUMBERS



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After a shopping trip to Costco I had an over abundance of English cucumbers and red bell peppers so I came up with this recipe. I love things that are sweet, tangy, and spicy so it seemed like the natural thing to make. This has become a favorite of mine and a big hit among friends & family!

Provided by Merry Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 English cucumbers, sliced very thin
1 table spoon salt
1/4 onion, sliced very thin
1/4 fresh red bell pepper, sliced very thin (don't use green bell pepper)
1/4 cup mirin
1/8 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar (honey, Splenda, or jam will also work)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon mongolian hot oil (or just add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 -2 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine sliced cucumber + 2 tablespoons of salt and set aside.
  • Slice onion and bell pepper and place in a separate bowl. To this bowl add the ingredients for the dressing and stir to combine.
  • Rinse the cucumber under cold water and drain.
  • Combine cucumbers, onion, pepper and dressing and stir to coat veggies then store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 49, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 298.6, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 4.9, Protein 1.3

EMERIL'S HOMEMADE SWEET AND SPICY PICKLES



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NOTE: When selecting cucumbers for pickling, there are a few things to remember. For crisp pickles, choose ripe, pickling cucumbers, which are shorter and chunkier than regular eating cucumbers, which tend to be longer and smoother. Ripe pickling cucumbers are darker green, firm, and not "bloated." They should have plenty of spiny bumps on the outer surface. Overripe cucumbers make mushy pickles. They tend to have yellow or white streaks or spots and their surfaces are smoother. Choose pickles that have not been coated in wax, as the pickling brine cannot penetrate through the wax. The fresher the cucumbers, the crisper the pickles will be. For best results, try picking your own cucumbers from a local farm or farmers' market.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time P14DT2h55m

Yield 4 pints

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pounds pickling cucumbers, sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices
2 cups sliced onions
1/2 cup pickling salt
6 cups water
3 cups white vinegar
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
3 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
4 whole cloves
10 tablespoons roughly chopped garlic
24 dried cayenne peppers
2 teaspoons 100 percent Natural Pickle Crisp, optional

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers, onions, pickling salt, and water in a large, non-reactive bowl. Cover and allow cucumbers to soak for 2 hours. Drain the water from the onions and cucumbers through a colander and rinse well for 5 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  • Combine the vinegars, sugar, mustard seeds, turmeric, cloves, garlic, and peppers in a medium saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and add the cucumbers and onions. Bring to a simmer and remove the saucepan from the heat.
  • Fill each of the hot sterilized pint-size preserving jars with the pickle mixture, dividing them evenly, and enough of the liquid to come within 1/2-inch of the top. Add 1/2 teaspoon of Natural Pickle Crisp to each jar, if desired. With a clean damp towel, wipe the rim and fit with a hot lid. Screw on the metal ring just until the point of resistance is met. Process the jars in a hot-water bath for 15 minutes.
  • Using tongs, remove the jars, place on a towel, and let cool. Test the seals by allowing the jars to stand at room temperature overnight or until the lids pop. Tighten the rings and store in a cool dry place. Let the pickles age for at least 2 weeks before using.

QUICK PICKLED SWEET CUCUMBERS



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     condiment

Time 30m

Yield about 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 hothouse cucumber, finely sliced
1/2 Fresno chile, halved lengthwise, seeded if desired and finely sliced
1 cup white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Add the cucumber slices and chile slices to a medium bowl and toss to combine.
  • In a medium saucepan, add the vinegar, sugar, 1/2 water and salt. Heat gently, stirring, just until the sugar and salt dissolve. Pour over the cucumbers and chiles in the bowl. Set aside to marinate at least 15 minutes before serving.

MOM'S SPICY CUCUMBER KIMCHEE



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May be a little salty, but that is because it's meant to be eaten with rice. Spices can be adjusted to your personal taste. Hope you enjoy! It goes great with bulgogi.

Provided by santokieann

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame oil
½ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 dash Korean instant beef stock (such as Dashida®)
4 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine gochujang, white sugar, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil in a small bowl to make a seasoned gochujang paste.
  • Whisk vinegar, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and instant beef stock together in a large bowl. Stir in seasoned gochujang paste. Add cucumbers; stir until coated. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.
  • Let cucumbers marinate in the refrigerator before serving, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 311 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SPICY ASIAN CUCUMBERS



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This is one of my favorite ways to prepare cucumbers. Very different from the traditional way.

Provided by JOSIE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large cucumbers - sliced lengthwise, seeds scooped out, and cut into 1/2-inch thick half rounds
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon hot chili oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers into a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let drain at least 30 minutes. Shake off excess liquid but don't rinse the cucumbers.
  • Whisk soy sauce, sugar, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, hot chili oil, and red pepper flakes in a salad bowl. Stir in cucumbers to coat with dressing. Chill 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1393.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

SWEET AND SPICY RIBS WITH CILANTRO AND CUCUMBER



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These ribs are a treat to put together, since everything cooks in one pan until the sauce becomes a sticky glaze and the ribs turn soft and tender. Some roasted potatoes or a potato salad would do well here if you're serving this as part of a larger spread. Not to be confused with mango chutney, hot mango pickle is a traditional jarred condiment made by preserving mangoes and a variety of hot spices. It's used most commonly in South Asia, and provides the sour and spicy qualities that give these ribs that special oomph of flavor. You can find it in the international section of many supermarkets or in other specialty markets.

Provided by Yotam Ottolenghi

Categories     dinner, meat, roasts, main course

Time 3h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup/40 grams peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger (from a fat 2-inch knob)
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped, seeds and all
1 1/4 cups/300 milliliters pomegranate juice
3/4 packed cup/30 grams roughly chopped fresh cilantro (fresh coriander)
1/3 packed cup/75 grams light brown sugar
1/3 cup/75 grams hot mango pickle, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons coriander seeds, roughly crushed using a mortar and pestle
2 1/4 pounds/1 kilogram baby back ribs (pork loin ribs), cut into 4 equal sections of about 4 ribs each, stabbed a few times on the bony side with a small sharp knife
12 ounces/340 grams shallots (about 4 large or 8 medium shallots), peeled and left whole or halved lengthwise if large
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 English cucumber (about 12 ounces/340 grams), halved lengthwise, deseeded, then very thinly sliced into half-moons
1/4 packed cup/10 grams roughly chopped fresh cilantro (fresh coriander)
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit/150 degrees Celsius.
  • Prepare the ribs: Add the oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high. Once hot, add the ginger and jalapeño and stir until fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the pomegranate juice, cilantro (fresh coriander), sugar, mango pickle, tomato paste and 1 tablespoon crushed coriander seeds and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Add the ribs, shallots, 3/4 teaspoon salt and plenty of pepper to a 10-by-13-inch/26-by-34-centimeter roasting pan and toss everything together, arranging the ribs flesh-side up. Pour the sauce on top, wrap tightly with foil, then transfer to the oven to cook for 2 hours.
  • Turn the heat up to 375 degrees Fahrenheit/190 degrees Celsius, remove the foil and baste the ribs with the sauce. Cook, basting once throughout, until ribs are a deep chocolate brown and the sauce is sticky, about 25 minutes more. Let cool slightly while you make the cucumber raita.
  • Heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium-high. Toast until fragrant, shaking the pan occasionally, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl along with the cucumber, cilantro (fresh coriander), sour cream, lime juice, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a good grind of pepper; toss everything together to combine.
  • Divide the ribs, shallots and cucumber salad among 4 plates, spooning some of the sauce over the ribs, and serve immediately.

CRISP & SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Rice vinegar, sesame oil and cayenne create a sweet-hot Asian flavor that will light up your taste buds! -Alivia Dockery, Jensen Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 small English cucumbers, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced, optional
MARINADE:
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Optional toppings: minced fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts and additional sliced green onion

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, mix marinade ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar. Pour over vegetables; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes or overnight., Serve with a slotted spoon. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY CUCUMBERS WITH YOGURT, LEMON AND HERBS



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This recipe brings together two contrasting components to create a bright summer dish. A simple yogurt sauce is dressed up with herbs and zest, then topped with cucumbers that have marinated in a spicy oil. Coriander, cumin and red-pepper flakes bloom in a neutral oil, and the cucumbers take on the flavors as they sit. For the yogurt, a variety of garden fresh herbs work well, but dill and mint are crucial. Both the yogurt and the cucumbers can be prepared up to a day in advance and kept refrigerated until serving. When you're ready, spread the yogurt sauce in a wide bowl or plate. Spoon the cucumbers on top evenly so each each bite gets a little yogurt and a little cucumber: One will temper the spiciness of the other. Save a handful of the herbs for a fresh garnish.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     easy, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 pounds Persian cucumbers (about 8), ends trimmed and quartered lengthwise into spears, then crosswise into 2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/4 cup grapeseed oil or other neutral oil, such as canola, safflower, sunflower oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup mint leaves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup dill, chopped
1/4 cup parsley leaves and tender stems, chopped
1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
Black pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Toss the cucumber pieces with 1 teaspoon salt and set in a colander in the sink to drain.
  • In a small pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the coriander and cumin, and toast until fragrant, stirring to avoid scorching, about 1 minute. Remove oil from heat, add red-pepper flakes and allow to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the salted cucumber pieces with the scallions, spiced oil and apple cider vinegar. Allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or overnight while you prepare the yogurt.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, half of the herbs (mint, dill and parsley), zest and juice of the lemon and the olive oil. Stir to incorporate, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the yogurt mixture on a plate or the bottom of a shallow bowl. Using a slotted spoon to drain the cucumbers and scallions of excess liquid, evenly place the cucumbers and scallions on top of the yogurt. Finish with the remaining chopped herbs and pine nuts (if using), and serve immediately.

BEST EVER SWEET PICKLES



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I pack away homegrown cucumbers every summer. This recipe is based on the pickled veggies in Brown Eggs and Jam Jars by Aimee Wimbush-Bourque, but I've made it less mustardy and more garlicky to fit my family's tastes. This method keeps them incredibly, refreshingly crunchy. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Taste of Home Digital Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 12

9 cups sliced pickling cucumbers
1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup canning salt
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons mustard seed
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
12 garlic cloves, crushed
4 bay leaves

Steps:

  • In a large nonreactive bowl, combine cucumbers, onion and salt. Cover with crushed ice and mix well. Let stand 3 hours. Drain; rinse and drain thoroughly., In a Dutch oven, combine sugar, water, vinegars, mustard seed, celery seed and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cucumber mixture; return to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until heated through., Carefully ladle hot mixture into 4 hot wide-mouth 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Add 3 garlic cloves and 1 bay leaf to each jar. Remove air bubbles and, if necessary, adjust headspace by adding hot pickling liquid. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cucumbers, such as English cucumbers, Persian cucumbers, and Kirby cucumbers, to create a flavorful and visually appealing dish.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly and evenly so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a combination of sweet and spicy ingredients to create a balanced flavor profile. Some popular options include honey, sugar, vinegar, chili peppers, and garlic.
  • Be careful not to overcook the cucumbers, as they should retain their crisp texture.
  • Serve the cucumbers as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.

Conclusion:

Sweet and spicy cucumbers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that suits your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or snack, give sweet and spicy cucumbers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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