MENU No. 15
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Entertaining, laying a lovely table, serving something that really makes an impression…
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Austrian cucumber salad (traditional method & Thermomix)
Description
During cucumber season, this salad is a must in Austria. Fresh and flavoured with dill, it goes perfectly with many dishes, especially breaded meats such as the famous Viennese schnitzel. Simple to prepare, it keeps well in the fridge and always adds a touch of lightness to summer and winter meals alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
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TRADITIONAL METHOD
Preparation (traditional method)
1. Peel the cucumbers and cut them into thin slices (ideally using a mandolin).
2. Place them in a mixing bowl, season generously with salt and leave to drain for 1 hour. Drain thoroughly. Don’t hesitate to squeeze them well with your hands.
3. Prepare the sauce: mix together the sour cream, crème fraîche, crushed garlic, finely chopped dill, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
4. Add the well-drained cucumbers, mix gently and serve chilled.THERMOMIX® METHOD
Preparation (Thermomix method)
1. Peel and slice the cucumbers into thin strips (preferably using a mandoline). Sprinkle with salt and leave to drain for 1 hour, then drain thoroughly. Don’t be afraid to squeeze them well with your hands.
2. Place the garlic and dill in the bowl: 5 seconds/speed 8.
3. Add the sour cream, crème fraîche, salt, pepper and lemon juice: 10 seconds/speed 3.
4. Mix the sauce with the drained cucumbers and serve.
