Danish Pickled Cucumbers Syltede Agurker
Add a touch of Scandinavian charm to your table with “Danish Pickled Cucumbers” or *Syltede Agurker*, a beloved classic from Denmark. This quick and easy recipe features crisp cucumber slices infused with a tangy-sweet brine of white vinegar, granulated sugar, and aromatic spices like mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and bay leaf. Enhanced by the freshness of dill, these pickles deliver the perfect balance of flavors, making them a versatile accompaniment to Danish open-faced sandwiches or hearty meat dishes. Ready in as little as 4 hours, these homemade pickled cucumbers are as simple to prepare as they are delicious. Perfect for meal prep or elevating a charcuterie board, *Syltede Agurker* is a must-try for pickle enthusiasts and anyone looking to explore Nordic cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh cucumbers
- 250 milliliters white vinegar
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 125 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 10 grams fresh dill
- 1 piece bay leaf
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. If desired, peel them partially for a patterned look or leave the skin on.
Slice the cucumbers thinly, about 2-3 mm thick, using a knife or mandoline. Set them aside in a bowl.
In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. This should take about 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the liquid cool slightly.
In a clean glass jar, layer the cucumber slices with fresh dill sprigs, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and the bay leaf.
Pour the slightly cooled vinegar mixture into the jar, making sure the cucumbers are fully covered with the liquid.
Seal the jar tightly and let it cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator.
Allow the cucumbers to pickle for at least 3-4 hours, but for best flavor, let them sit overnight.
Serve the pickled cucumbers as a condiment with meat dishes, on open-faced sandwiches, or as a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7106 mg | 309% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.7 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1051 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
