Best 6 Austrian Cucumber Salad Recipes

PORK HOLSTEIN SCHNITZEL WITH AUSTRIAN POTATO SALAD AND PICKLED CUCUMBERS

Steps:

• For the pork Holstein schnitzel: Trim any excess fat from the pork chops. Butterfly the chops and then pound to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season with salt.
• Set up a dredging station with three shallow dishes. Place the flour in the first, one of the eggs whisked with a splash of water in the second and the panko in the third. Dip the pork into the flour first, dusting off any excess. Dip the pork into the egg next, and finally the panko, making sure to press the panko into the pork firmly to ensure it's nicely packed on.
• Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat with vegetable oil that covers the bottom of the pan by about 1/2 inch. Heat until the oil shimmers, then add the breaded pork and fry until nicely golden brown on the underside, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the pork and fry for another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the pork to a paper towel-lined plate to blot any excess oil and season with salt. Transfer the pork to a sheet tray lined with a rack to rest.
• Drain the frying oil from the pan and add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the anchovies and stir until they're broken up. Add the garlic and capers and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add 2 pats of the butter and the chicken stock and swirl the pan until the butter melts and the sauce starts to come together and lightly thicken. Add the remaining butter and swirl until melted. Remove from the heat and toss in the parsley.
• Heat a small nonstick pan with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Crack the remaining 2 eggs into the pan and cook until the whites begin to set. Add 1 teaspoon of water and cover. Cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 2 minutes.
• For the Austrian potato salad: To a large bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, chicken stock, olive oil, whole-grain mustard, garlic, red onion and salt to taste. Set aside.
• Place the potatoes into a pot of cold water and generously season with salt. Turn on the heat and bring to a boil. Cook the potatoes until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, then immediately toss into the vinaigrette. Gently stir until the potatoes are fully coated in the vinaigrette. Allow to sit for a few minutes, then toss with the chives right before serving.
• For the pickled cucumbers: Mix together the white wine vinegar, salt, sugar, crushed red pepper, dill, garlic and 1/4 cup water in a large bowl. Add the cucumbers and toss to combine. Set aside for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
• To serve, plate the pork schnitzel and top each piece of pork with a fried egg, then spoon the anchovy caper sauce over the top. Serve alongside the warm potato salad and pickled cucumbers.

GRANDMA VARGA'S HUNGARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD (UBORKASALATA)

Steps:

• Slice cucumbers very thinly, preferably using a mandolin.
• Take a colander, put in a small layer of cucumbers, then sprinkle with a small amount of the salt.
• Continue this method until all the salt and cucumbers are used up.
• Cover the cucumbers with a plate inside the colander, and put a very heavy weight on top.
• Make sure the colander is in a large bowl, because the cucumbers will lose alot of water.
• Let them sit for 1 hour.
• In the meantime, chop the dill and finely mince the garlic, put aside.
• After 1 hour, take a handful of cucumbers, and squeeze out as much juice as you can, and continue until they are all done.
• Rinse thoroughly with water, drain well.
• After the cucumbers are done, return to the colander, and weight down one more time for about 15 minutes.
• You do not have to squeeze out the juice again with your hands Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, except the paprika.
• After mixing thoroughly, put in a nice serving dish, and sprinkle with the paprika.
• Chill for at least 2 hours.
• Enjoy.
• Nutritional information shows a high amount of sodium, but the vast majority is pressed out by your hands. The main function of the kosher salt is to purge the moisture out of the cucumbers.

GURKENSALAT (GERMAN CUCUMBER SALAD)

Steps:

• Spread cucumbers and onion on a platter; season with salt and let rest for 30 minutes. Squeeze excess moisture from cucumbers.
• Stir sour cream, sugar, vinegar, dill, and parsley together in a large bowl.
• Fold cucumber and onion slices into the sour cream mixture.
• Refrigerate 8 hours to over night; garnish with paprika to serve.

VIENNESE CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Score cucumbers lengthwise with a fork and slice thin, preferably with slicing disk of a food processor. In a large bowl toss cucumbers with salt and let stand 1 hour.
• In a small saucepan bring vinegar and water to a boil with sugar, garlic, and dill seed, stirring until sugar is dissolved, and let dressing cool.
• In a colander drain cucumbers and rinse under cold water. Drain cucumbers well, squeezing out excess liquid. In a bowl combine cucumbers with dressing and marinate, covered and chilled, at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours. (After about 2 hours cucumber skin will discolor, but there will be no effect on flavor.)

HUNGARIAN CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Lightly toss cucumber slices, onion slices, and chopped dill together in a large bowl.
• Pour vinegar over cucumber mixture; toss to coat.
• Pour oil over cucumber mixture; toss to coat.
• Season with salt and black pepper.

KURT GUTENBRUNNER'S POTATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Put cucumber slices in a bowl and toss with 2 teaspoons salt and set aside.
• Put potatoes in saucepan and cover with water and add a generous pinch of salt and caraway seeds.
• Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are just tender.
• Drain, peel, and slice into a bowl while still warm.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• In a saucepan, bring stock and onion to a simmer.
• Add to potatoes, and toss gently until silky and lightly thickened.
• Fold in mustard, vinegar, and oils.
• Drain cucumbers well, squeezing out excess liquid. (Liquid can be used in soups or sauces.).
• Fold cucumbers into potato salad.
• Add more salt, pepper, and vinegar if needed.
• Add sour cream, creme fraiche, or yogurt if wanted.
• Serve as first course or side dish.