Pickling takes time, so you might be wondering if it's possible to speed up the process. We asked an expert if pricking a ...

However, their taste can be affected by the presence of cucurbitacin, a compound that gives them a bitter flavor. This ...

Return the cucumber to the bowl, add the sugar, vinegar and dill and mix together. Spoon into a large sterilised jar, packing down so the vinegar covers the cucumber. Leave for an hour or so ...

The cucumber is so unassuming. It's a simple green vegetable. Often served raw. And yet they're so delicious. One look at ...