Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1¼ cups chopped cucumber ((remove seeds))
  • ¼ cup diced carrots ((peeled))
  • ¼ cup shallots (cut into small bite pieces) ((peeled))
  • 15 pieces Thai Chilies ((remove stems) - add more according to your liking)
  • 1 tsp salt ((for soaking))
  • 2½ tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 - 1.5 tbsp sugar ((add more according to your liking))
  • ¼ tsp salt ((add more according to your liking))
  • ⅓ cup hot water

Instruction

  • Mix cucumber, carrots, and 1 teaspoon of salt for about 10 minutes. Rinse and drain well.
  • In a medium bowl, add cucumber, carrots, shallots, and Thai Chilies. Pour in hot water, white vinegar, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir to ensure everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature and transfer to an airtight glass jar, put in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving. This Acar will stay fresh up to a week in the refrigerator.