Fried cucumbers are truly an original dish that can be safely served at the festive table. It will reveal the taste of a familiar vegetable from an interesting perspective. Cucumbers can be fried in a European or Asian manner. The second option is more piquant.
European style fried cucumbers
- 2 fresh cucumbers;
- 1/2 tsp. salt;
- 2 pcs. shallots;
- 4 tbsp. l. red wine;
- flour for breading;
- butter and vegetable oil for frying.
Wash the cucumbers and cut them into slices. Place the vegetable in a bowl. Salt the cucumbers and leave them alone for half an hour. During this time, the salt will draw out all excess moisture.
Rinse the cucumbers under running water, pat dry with a paper towel and place in a bowl.
Chop the shallots. Place it in a bowl of cucumbers, cover with red wine for half an hour. For this dish, you should choose dry wine. However, some people prefer to use wine vinegar. He will add a pleasant sourness to the cucumbers.
Dip the cucumbers in flour. Just shake them off from onions and wine first. To do this, discard them in a colander and let the wine drain. Do not discard the onion.
Fry cucumber slices and onions in a mixture of butter and vegetable oil. Serve warm.
Stir-fried cucumbers: an Asian recipe
- 2 fresh cucumbers;
- starch for sprinkling;
- 1/2 tsp. salt;
- vegetable oil for frying;
- a clove of garlic;
- a small root of ginger;
- 1 tsp sesame;
- 2 tbsp. l. soy sauce;
- 1/2 chili pepper pod.
For the Asian version, cut the cucumbers into slices. Cover them with salt for half an hour to remove excess water. Rinse with water and pat dry. Dip the cucumbers in the starch.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet. The ideal option is to use sesame seeds.
Chop up the garlic and ginger. Add them to the heated oil, stir. After half a minute, place the cucumbers and continue stirring. Sprinkle in the sesame seeds. After a minute, pour in the soy sauce and stir again. Add chopped chili peppers.
Stir and remove from heat. Asian style fried cucumbers are ready.
