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Cucumber salad for the winter Lady fingers is one of the simplest and most delicious preparations popular among Russian housewives. Preparing this salad for the winter does not require any special skill. If you have cucumbers available, even overgrown ones, then preparing delicious pickles for the winter will take no more than two hours.
Subtleties of preparing cucumbers Lady fingers
Recipes for pickling cucumbers for the winter Lady fingers are easy to make. You need the most affordable ingredients that are found in every home. The basic rule is to maintain the purity and proportions of preservatives so that the salad can be preserved until the next harvest.
Vegetable selection
The quality of the final product depends on the choice of raw materials. All ingredients must be fresh, without mold, rot or cracking. Cucumbers must be bright green and ripe.In order for the future salad to have an attractive appearance, it is advisable to choose even greens, without strong bends. Pimpled varieties are considered the most suitable for harvesting for the winter. It is acceptable to use salad ones, but they will be less crunchy.
Cucumbers should be washed well in several waters
Preparing jars
Glass containers and lids for canning for the winter must be sterilized. Containers are chosen so that the opened salad is eaten immediately. The jars must be washed thoroughly, without using cleaning agents or soaps other than soda or mustard powder. Then place in a water bath, steam or oven, and steam for 20 minutes. Tin lids can be boiled for at least 10 minutes. Carefully place the finished containers on towels, cover with lids so that nothing gets inside. Or take one out of the water or oven and fill it with salad.
A wide metal basin or pan is suitable for sterilization.
How to preserve lady fingers cucumbers
The pickling turns out to be extremely tasty, it can be prepared quickly and does not require exotic products. Short “strong” ones and long overgrown ones are suitable for salad. Washed cucumbers must be cut lengthwise into four to six pieces; if they are too long, cut the bars crosswise. Peel the onion, wash and cut into rings or cubes.
Classic cucumber finger salad recipe
The simplest recipe for lady fingers made from cucumbers for the winter is the most popular among Russian housewives.
Ingredients:
- cucumbers – 4.5 kg;
- onion – 0.6 kg;
- vinegar – 90 ml;
- salt – 65 g;
- garlic – 45 g;
- chili pepper – 1-2 pods;
- vegetable oil – 95 ml.
How to cook:
- Wash the vegetables and cut them. Greens - in quarters, onions - in half rings, garlic and pepper - in slices.
- Place all ingredients in a thick-bottomed saucepan or saucepan, stir and cook over medium heat, covered, for 40-50 minutes.
- Place the finished salad into containers and seal tightly.
Turn the jars over, wrap them in a warm blanket and leave overnight.
The degree of spiciness can be varied by the amount of pepper
Assorted salad Lady fingers with cucumbers
Assorted salad for the winter is perfect for the daily table and for holidays.
Products:
- cucumbers – 5.4 kg;
- tomatoes – 2.6 kg;
- sweet pepper – 0.3 kg;
- sugar – 120 g;
- salt – 170 g;
- garlic – 7-9 cloves;
- Sunflower oil – 0.6 l;
- vinegar - 0.6 l;
- parsley – 8-10 pcs.
Cooking steps:
- Rinse all vegetables and fruits thoroughly.
- Cut the cucumbers with a curly knife, cut the peppers and tomatoes into 5-8 pieces.
- Separate the parsley into sprigs.
- Mix all products in a bowl, leave for 1.5-2.5 hours until juice appears.
- Place into containers, add juice, place in a pan of water or in the oven, cover with lids, and sterilize for 20-40 minutes depending on the size.
- Roll up hermetically.
Assorted salad Lady fingers for the winter turns out very tasty and elegant
Quick preparation of lady fingers for the winter from cucumbers
A quick way to prepare lady fingers for the winter without sterilization.
You need to take:
- cucumbers – 2.8 kg;
- onion – 0.26 kg;
- garlic – 4-6 cloves;
- black or allspice pepper – 1 tsp;
- odorless oil – 95 ml;
- vinegar – 145 ml;
- salt – 65 g;
- sugar – 95 g.
Preparation method:
- Cut the vegetables in the traditional way for lady fingers salad.
- Mix all ingredients in a stainless or enamel container and leave for several hours to obtain juice.
- Place on the fire, boil and cook over medium heat for 6-9 minutes.
- Place into prepared jars one at a time and seal immediately.
- Turn over and wrap with something warm for a day.
Instead of pepper, you can take mustard seeds or any other spice to taste
Storage periods and rules
The finished preservation must be placed in a cool room without access to sunlight. A cellar or closet on a heated veranda is ideal. Shelf life depends on temperature and preservation method:
- hermetically sealed preparations at a temperature of 10-15 degrees can be stored for up to a year;
- at room temperature – 6 months.
If canned food is closed with plastic lids, it must be stored in the refrigerator or cellar for no more than 3 months. Open salad should be eaten 2-3 days before.
Conclusion
Cucumber salad for the winter Lady fingers will perfectly diversify the winter table and is suitable for a festive table. It can be used as an independent snack, a side dish for meat dishes, and for cooking second and first courses. Preparing lady fingers salad for the winter does not require exotic or rare products and takes a little time depending on the recipe. By adding or removing spices, herbs and vegetables, you can get cucumbers that are perfect for your taste.
