Hungarian cucumber salad🇭🇺

Here’s a beloved classic from Hungarian kitchens:

🥒🇭🇺 Hungarian Cucumber Salad (Uborkasaláta)

This refreshing salad is a staple side dish in Hungary — slightly sweet, tangy, and garlicky, often served alongside meat dishes like pörkölt (stew) or schnitzel.

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🧺 Ingredients:

• 2 large cucumbers (thinly sliced)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1–2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
• 2 tbsp white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• ½ cup cold water
• Paprika (for garnish – optional)
• Sour cream (optional, for creamy version)