Cucumber marinated in saltwater
The salt in the 'sea water' enhances the taste of the cucumber. By dissolving the salt in water, the cucumber will remain juicy.
Creation by Thomas Bühner, Restaurant La Vie***, Osnabrück, Germany.
Makes 10 pieces.
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Ingredients
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10 |
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baby cucumbers |
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1 |
l |
water |
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34 |
g |
salt
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Preparation method
- Prepare saltwater using 3.4% salt. In other words, for use 34 grams of salt for every litre of water.
- Wash the mini cucumbers and marinate them in the saltwater overnight.
- Cut them into the desired shape.
Serving suggestions
- As part of a composition, e.g. with olive, oyster and cucumber components.
- As part of an amuse-bouche, e.g.with crispy quinoa and tzatziki.
- Use in a composition with components of mackerel, tomato, and couscous.