Bread and Butter Pickles Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• Cucumber: 500 grams (about 2 cups)
• Bread: 5 slices
• Butter: 50 grams (about 3 tablespoons)
• White vinegar: 100 ml (about 1/3 cup)
• Salt: 1 tablespoon
• Sugar: 50 grams (about 3 tablespoons)
• Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
• Black peppercorns: 1 teaspoon
• Green bell peppers: 100 grams (about 1 cup, sliced)
• Red bell peppers: 100 grams (about 1 cup, sliced)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 45 minutes (includes prep and cooking time)
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the pickling liquid by mixing vinegar, salt, sugar, oregano, and peppercorns in a small pot and bringing it to a boil. Set aside to cool.
2. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and mix with the bell peppers.
3. In a baking dish, arrange the bread slices on the bottom.
4. Top the bread with cucumber-pepper mixture.
5. Dot the top with butter.
6. Pour the cooled pickling liquid over the bread and cucumber mixture.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: Approx. 350 calories per serving (based on using standard ingredients)
• Fat: Approx. 18 grams
• Carbohydrates: Approx. 45 grams
• Protein: Approx. 8 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish combines the flavors of pickles with bread and butter, creating a unique and tasty dish that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
• The pickling liquid gives the dish a slightly sour and salty taste that is balanced by the sweetness of the bread and butter.
• The dish is easy to customize based on personal preference.

User Comments:

1. "This is an interesting combination of flavors. The pickles add a unique taste to the bread and butter."
2. "I love how this dish combines my favorite flavors of pickles and bread. It's a great snack option."
3. "This dish was easy to make and was a hit with my family. The pickling liquid gives it a great flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh cucumber for best results. If fresh cucumber is not available, canned or preserved cucumber can be used as a substitute.
• Adjust the amount of vinegar, salt, and sugar based on personal preference for pickled flavor.
• This dish is best served cold, so make sure to refrigerate it before serving.