Preparation

Toss cucumbers in a bowl with salt until well combined. Set aside for 1 hour or until softened.
Squeeze out excess liquid and place in a colander. Rinse under running water, then drain and transfer to a bowl.
Combine sugar, vinegar, garlic, paprika and water in a small bowl and stir until sugar dissolves. Pour over cucumbers and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Ingredients

  • 2 telegraph cucumbers, peeled, thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp caster sugar
  • 60 ml (¼ cup) white wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 tsp Hungarian (sweet) paprika
  • 150 ml water