Ajad (Authentic Thai Cucumber Salad)

Ajad (Authentic Thai Cucumber Salad)

This fresh pickle is the classic accompaniment to many deep-fried and barbequed Thai appetizers and some curries. It’s best made a few hours before serving.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 15 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup water
  • 4 tablespoons white sugar, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 6 cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 3 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 2 Thai bird's eye chiles, halved lengthwise

Directions

Step 1
Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook until sugar and salt are dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning so the pickling liquid is pleasantly sweet, sour, and lightly salty.

Step 2
Combine cucumbers, shallots, and chile peppers in a large bowl. Cover with pickling liquid. Refrigerate for a few hours to let flavors combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

94
Calories
0g
Fat
23g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 94
% Daily Value *
Total Fat0g 0%
Saturated Fat0g 1%
Sodium590mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate23g 8%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars14g
Protein3g
Vitamin C14mg 70%
Calcium55mg 4%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium503mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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