EDAMAME

1 pound green soybeans in their pods2 Tbs. sea salt Pluck the pods off the stems and rinse them well. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil; add the salt and beans in their pods. Boil for 3 minutes, then … Continue reading →

DILL PICKLES

30 cucumbers1/2 c. course salt2 quarts water2 Tbs. vinegar4 cloves garlic4 bay leaves1/4 tsp. mustard seed1 tsp. mixed pickling spice10 sprigs dill Use even-sized cucumbers and be sure they are firm. Wash and dry them. Arrange the cucumbers in a … Continue reading →

CHINESE CUCUMBER SALAD

3 c. thinly sliced cucumbers, peeled 1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. sugar2 tsp. white wine vinegarcherry tomatoes Dressing:1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger1 tsp. soy sauce1/4 tsp. sugar1 Tbs. white wine vinegar2 Tbs. vegetable oil1 Tbs. chopped chives1 Tbs. chopped red bell … Continue reading →