Recipe: Cucumber and Pineapple Spread
Description:
Indulge in the delightful blend of fresh cucumber and juicy pineapple with this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for spreading on toast or crackers, this tropical-inspired spread will tantalize your taste buds and add a burst of flavor to any snack or meal.
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 48 minutes
Recipe Category: Spreads
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Vegetable, European, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 108
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 584.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 27.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.3g
- Sugar Content: 23g
- Protein Content: 0.9g
Yield: Approximately 8 1 lb jars
Ingredients:
- 1 cucumber
- 1 pineapple
- 2 onions
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup wine vinegar
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 teaspoons celery seed
- 1 tablespoon cornflour
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Halve, seed, and cut up the cucumber into small pieces. |
| 2 | Cut the onions to about the same size as the cucumber. |
| 3 | In a large saucepan, combine cucumber, pineapple, onions, sugar, wine vinegar, white vinegar, salt, curry powder, turmeric, and celery seed. Stir well. |
| 4 | Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes. |
| 5 | In a small bowl, mix the cornflour with a little extra vinegar to form a paste. |
| 6 | Stir the cornflour paste into the pickle mixture and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until slightly thickened. |
| 7 | Sterilize 8 1 lb jars by boiling them in water for a few minutes. Remove them from the water and let them dry. |
| 8 | Carefully ladle the hot pickle mixture into the sterilized jars, leaving a little space at the top. Seal the jars tightly. |
| 9 | Allow the jars to cool completely before storing them in the refrigerator. The spread will continue to develop flavor over time. Enjoy on toast, crackers, or as a condiment for your favorite dishes! |
Notes:
- This spread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to several weeks.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness or spiciness according to your taste preferences.
- Make sure to use sterilized jars to ensure the spread stays fresh for longer.
- Experiment with adding other spices or herbs to customize the flavor to your liking.
This Cucumber and Pineapple Spread is a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors that will elevate any snack or meal. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a flavorful treat, this easy-to-make spread is sure to impress!
