Pickled Cucumber Dipping Sauce

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 4

Pickled Cucumber Dipping Sauce perfect for snacks and appetizers

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	125 ml rice vinegar
	125 ml water
	100 g caster sugar
	1 lebanese cucumber , halved lengthways , deseeded , finely chopped
	1 fresh long red chile , halved , deseeded , finely chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

15g

Fat

This Pickled Cucumber Dipping Sauce recipe is a great way to add some flavor and spice to your favorite snacks and appetizers. The pickled cucumber provides a refreshing twist to the dipping sauce. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors make it a perfect complement to savory items like spring rolls, samosas, or crispy fried chicken. It's easy to prepare and can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Impress your guests with this delicious dipping sauce recipe at your next party or gathering.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, water, and caster sugar.
2.	Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
3.	Add the chopped cucumber and red chili to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4.	Remove from heat and let cool.
5.	Serve the sauce as a dipping sauce with your favorite snacks and appetizers.

PROS

This dipping sauce is a great way to add some flavor and spice to your snacks and appetizers.

The pickled cucumber gives it a refreshing twist.

CONS

The amount of sugar in this recipe may be a concern for some individuals trying to limit their sugar intake.

Additionally, the spiciness of the red chili may not be suitable for everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are a low-calorie vegetable that is high in vitamin K and fiber.
The rice vinegar used in the recipe is a good source of acetic acid, which may have some health benefits such as improving insulin sensitivity and aiding in weight loss.
However, the high sugar content of this recipe should be consumed in moderation.