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Cucumber Salad
(Gurkensalat)
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Austria's classic salad is 'Gurkensalat', cucumber salad, which is prepared in several variations. This is a basic recipe. Vinegar may be replaced with lemon juice. Omit sugar, if desired. Add garlic; garnish with paprika; or add sour cream. In Austria, this salad is served with schnitzels or other veal dishes, pork, and poultry.
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| What You Need: |
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2 medium-sized cucumbers
Salt
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons salad oil
1 teaspoon sugar
Freshly ground white pepper
2 tablespoons minced chives, fresh dill, or parsley
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| How To Cook: |
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1. Peel cucumbers, cut off ends, score lengthwise with a fork, and slice thinly.
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2. Put in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Allow to stand 30 minutes.
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3. Turn into a serving dish. Add Vinegar, oil, and sugar.
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4. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate 2 hours.
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5. Serve garnished with chives, dill, or parsley.
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