Asian Inspired Cucumbers and Radishes

I have been in the mood for fast pickling cucumbers the kind you can start snacking on by the next day.

I was cleaning out my fridge and had an open container of hoisin sauce and it hit me I should make some Hoisin Cucumbers.  They came out better than I thought.

Asian Inspired Pickled Cucumbers and Radishes

Hoisin Pickled Cucumbers

1 english cucumber, thinly sliced

1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon kosher salt

2 cups water

1/2 cup white vinegar

1 cup sugar

3 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

1 teaspoon chinese 5 spice seasoning

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Slice thinly the cucumber and radishes place in a colander and sprinkle with salt let sit for 30 minutes.  In a saucepan over medium heat bring to a boil the remaining ingredients and boil for 3 minutes. Turn off heat and allow to cool.  Rinse cucumbers and radishes pat dry and place in one or two canning jars or place in a mixing bowl.  Pour pickling mixture over the veggies cover and place in the refrigerator for 24 hours.  Will keep for 5 days.

Until Next Time,
Pam