Romanian Summer Fermented Cucumbers

Romanian Summer Fermented Cucumbers

Romanian summer fermented cucumbers are one of the country's favorite seasonal pickles. They are naturally fermented in brine without vinegar and are ready in just a few days thanks to the warm summer temperatures. Dill, garlic, horseradish, and aromatic leaves create a refreshing, crisp, and pleasantly tangy pickle.

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Servings

20

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Prep

20 min

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Cook

0 min

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Total

4-7 days (fermentation)

🥘Ingredients

20

servings

✅Dietary Compatibility

🌱Vegan🥗Vegetarian✝️Orthodox fasting🐟Pescatarian🌾Gluten-free🥛Dairy-free🥩Low-carb / Keto
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Yield

about 2.5 kg fermented cucumbers

📦Storage

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Refrigerator

Up to 2 months in the refrigerator or a cool cellar, always submerged in brine.

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Freezer

Freezing is not recommended.

🥗Nutrition Facts

Values per 100 g

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Calories

18 kcal

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Protein

1 g

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Fat

0 g

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Carbohydrates

4 g

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Fiber

1 g

🍷Pairs Well With

🥂Roast pork
🥂French fries
🥂Romanian mashed beans
🥂Polenta

💡Variations

1

Spicy fermented cucumbers: add 2-3 whole hot peppers to the jar.

2

Coriander-flavored cucumbers: add 1 teaspoon coriander seeds.

3

Oak leaf version: oak leaves help produce especially firm pickles.

Romanian Summer Fermented Cucumbers | Traditional Recipes