Ingredients
4 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 oz cucumber, finely chopped
2 small shallots, finely chopped
1 small carrot, finely chopped
1 small red or green chili - finely chopped
Directions
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl, stirring well until thoroughly
mixed and serve.
Source: Thai Vegetarian Cooking by Vatcharin Bhumichitr Typed for you
by Karen Mintzias
Servings: 3 servings
Ajad (Fresh Cucumber Pickle) Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Cucumber; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Ajad (Fresh Cucumber Pickle) recipe.
