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Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cucumbers:
    • Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Optionally, you can peel them or leave the skin on, depending on your
    • Cut the cucumbers into pieces about 2-3 cm thick. You can slice them into rounds or spears, whichever you prefer.
  2. Prepare the Marinade:
    • In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, and salt. Use the following proportions for the marinade:
      • For every 1 liter of water, use approximately 100g sugar and 50g salt. Adjust according to your taste preferences and the amount of cucumbers
    • Bring the marinade to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt com
  3. Add Flavorings:
    • Once the marinade is boiling, add vinegar to taste. For a balanced flavor, start with about 200-250 ml of vinegar per liter of wa
    • Add mustard seeds and bay leaf to the boiling marinade. These ingredients will impart characteristic flavors to the pi
  4. Cook the Cucumbers:
    • Place the cucumber pieces into the boiling marinade. Cook them for several minutes until their color changes slightly and they become slightly tender. This step helps infuse the cucumbers with the marinade’s
  5. Pack in Jars:
    • While still hot, carefully pack the cucumbers into sterilized jars. Ensure the cucumbers are tightly packed without crushing the
  6. Add the Marinade:
    • Pour the hot marinade over the cucumbers in the jars, ensuring they are completely
  7. Seal the Jars:
    • Cl
  8. Let Them Brew:
    • Place the closed jars under a warm towel or in a warm place to cool slowly and ferment. Let them sit for at least 12 hours to develop flavor. Some recipes suggest leaving them for up to 2
  9. Storage:
    • Once cooled, store the pickled cucumbers in the refrigerator. They will keep well for several weeks. The longer they sit, the more f

Notes:

  • You can adjust the sweetness and acidity of the pickles by varying the amount of sugar
  • Feel free to add other spices and herbs to customize the flavor, such as dill, garlic, or pepper

Enjoy your homemade Finnish-style pickled cucumbers as a delicious and crunchy snack or as a flavorful addition to

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