Spicy Cucumber Pickles Acar Timun
Dive into the bold and tangy world of Southeast Asian flavors with these Spicy Cucumber Pickles, or Acar Timun. This quick and easy recipe transforms crisp cucumbers, sweet carrots, and zesty red onion into a vibrant medley of colors and textures, perfectly complemented by the heat of red chilies and the aroma of turmeric. The vegetables are soaked in a fragrant pickling liquid made with white vinegar, garlic, and a touch of sugar for a beautifully balanced sweet, sour, and spicy finish. Whether you're looking for a zesty side dish, a lively condiment, or a refreshing snack, these pickles are ready to elevate any meal. Best of all, they can be made ahead, allowing the flavors to deepen overnight for maximum enjoyment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 large red onion
- 4 whole red chilies
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers and cut them into thin slices or matchsticks.
Peel the carrots and slice them into thin strips or julienne pieces.
Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings or half-moons.
Slice the red chilies into thin rounds and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the turmeric powder and stir well to release its aroma.
Pour in the white vinegar and water. Add the sugar and salt, then stir until fully dissolved. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the pickling liquid to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, carrots, onion, and chilies.
Pour the warm pickling liquid over the vegetables and toss to coat everything evenly.
Transfer the mixture into a clean glass jar or airtight container. Press the vegetables down to ensure they are fully submerged in the liquid.
Let the pickles marinate for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator before serving. For best flavor, allow them to sit overnight.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
715 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4847 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2253 mg | 48% | |
*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.
