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Letsyltede Agurker

Cultural Context

Letsyltede Agurker, or Danish pickled cucumbers, are a beloved side dish in Denmark, often served with open-faced sandwiches (smørrebrød). This dish showcases the Danish love for pickling, preserving the freshness of cucumbers while enhancing their flavor with a sweet and tangy brine. Today, these pickles are enjoyed not just in Denmark but have also found their way into various cuisines around the world, celebrated for their crisp texture and vibrant taste.

DanishDKside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups cucumbers
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
1/4 cup dill
1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

white vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: distilled vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while distilled vinegar is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

1

Slice cucumbers thinly and place in a bowl.

2

In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, water, and salt.

3

Heat the mixture over medium heat until sugar and salt dissolve, stirring occasionally.

4

Add mustard seeds, dill, and black peppercorns to the mixture.

5

Pour the hot mixture over the sliced cucumbers in the bowl.

6

Let the cucumbers cool to room temperature.

7

Transfer the cucumbers and pickling liquid to a jar.

8

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking Techniques

pickling

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Danish Pickled Cucumbers

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