Cucummari Cunzati 300g

Cucummari Cunzati

Seasoned cucumbers

Ingredients: Watermelons, water, vinegar, salt, extra virgin olive oil, celery, garlic, oregano, chilli pepper.

Cucummari Cunzati, literally "seasoned cucumbers", are a typical appetizer of the Sicilian tradition.

This is a simple and tasty recipe, perfect for the summer season.

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Main ingredients:

• Cucumbers: the main ingredient, chosen fresh and crunchy.
• Vinegar: to add flavor and give an acidic note.
• Mint: An aromatic herb that adds freshness to the dish.
• Garlic: for a touch of spiciness.
• Salt: to enhance flavours.
• Extra virgin olive oil: essential condiment of Mediterranean cuisine.

Other variations:

Depending on the area of ​​Sicily and personal taste, other ingredients can be added to the cucumber seasoning:

• Cherry tomatoes: for a touch of color and sweet flavor.
• Capers: for a savory and slightly spicy note.
• Origan: another aromatic herb typical of Sicilian cuisine.
• Chilli pepper: for spicy lovers.
• Black olives: to add a fatty and salty touch.

How to serve Cucummari Cunzati:

Cucummari Cunzati are a perfect appetizer to open a light meal based on fish or vegetables.

They can be served alone or accompanied by fresh bread croutons.

They are also excellent for garnishing salads or fish main courses.

Curiosity:

Cucummari Cunzati represent a symbolic dish of Sicilian poor cuisine.

They were prepared using simple and easily available ingredients, such as seasonal vegetables and local aromatic spices.

Even today, this recipe is a tasty and light way to bring the flavors of Sicilian tradition to the table.

Preparation of the CucumMari recipe:

1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut them into thin slices.
2. Arrange the cucumber slices in a bowl and sprinkle them with salt. Leave to rest for approximately 30 minutes, in order to eliminate excess vegetation water.
3. Rinse the cucumbers under running water to remove the salt.
4. In a bowl, prepare the dressing. Finely chop the mint and garlic. Add the vinegar, extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt. Mix well to create an emulsion.
5. Add the cucumbers squeezed out of the salting liquid to the dressing and mix delicately.
6. Leave the Cucummari Cunzati to flavor in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Tips:

• For an even fresher and crunchier result, you can cut the cucumbers into julienne strips instead of slices.
• If you prefer a more intense garlic flavor, you can lightly rub each cucumber slice with a clove of garlic before adding the seasoning.
• Cucummari Cunzati can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days in an airtight container.

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