Cucumber achards (achards concombre)

Instructions

1. Wash the cucumbers, peel them and cut them into sticks or thick rounds.
2. Sprinkle them with coarse salt and leave to drain for 1 hour in a colander.
3. Rinse them under clear water and dry them in a clean tea towel.
4. Thinly slice the onion and garlic, then heat the vinegar with the sugar, turmeric and peppercorns.
5. Let the brine cool slightly, then place the cucumbers in a sterilised jar with the onion, garlic and chillies.
6. Pour the lukewarm brine over to cover, close the jar and keep it cool; they are ready after 2 days.