Braised Cucumbers

Name: Braised Cucumbers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 large cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch chunks; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 3 tablespoons butter; 0.5 teaspoon lemon juice; 0.5 teaspoon crushed dried mint; freshly ground black pepper to taste

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I searched on the internet for braised cucumbers after watching "Julie and Julia" for the umpteenth time. There weren't many recipes, and they were all different. I took the information from the recipes and meshed them together, deleting some ingredients and adding others. The dish turned out wonderful. This is a side dish that I have served with quite a few different types of main dishes. It seems to go with almost any type of food.

Submitted by clk103197

Updated on November 26, 2024

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

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3 large cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch chunks
2 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon crushed dried mint
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Place cucumbers in a shallow baking dish and sprinkle kosher salt over the top; toss to coat and let rest, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Drain cucumbers and discard any accumulated liquid.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir cucumbers in hot butter until cucumbers are heated through and color starts to change, 5 to 10 minutes.
Transfer cucumbers to a serving dish; season with lemon juice, mint, and black pepper.

Editor's Note:

The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of salt. The actual amount of salt consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

103	Calories
9g	Fat
6g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 103
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 6g	28%
Cholesterol 23mg	8%
Sodium 2946mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Protein 1g	3%
Vitamin C 6mg	7%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 319mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Braised Cucumbers

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