Sliced Cucumbers With Onions And Cloves

Ingredients

• large cucumbers, sliced ½ inch thick
• salt
• onions, sliced
• mustard seed
• white pepper
• whole black pepper
• cloves
• strong vinegar

Method

1. 1 Slice cucumbers lengthwise (or across if small) into ½-inch thick pieces. Do not peel.
2. 2 Place cucumbers in a large jar, sprinkle generously with salt, and let stand for 1-2 days.
3. 3 Pour off the extracted liquid, drain cucumbers, and wash the jar.
4. 4 Pack cucumbers into the clean jar alternately with sliced onions, mustard seed, white pepper, black peppercorns, and cloves.
5. 5 Pour strong vinegar over the mixture, seal tightly, and store in a cool place.