Paula Deen Cucumber Recipes

TRACIE'S COUSCOUS SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss all the ingredients with the olive oil and lime juice, to taste.

FRIED CUCUMBERS

Steps:

• Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over medium high heat. Line a plate with a paper towel; set aside.
• Roll the cucumber slices in the cornmeal. Fry the slices in the hot oil, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the cucumbers to the prepared plate; sprinkle with salt to serve.

COLD CUCUMBER SALAD

Steps:

• Place cucumber slices in glass bowl. Sprinkle with salt and vinegar. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes.
• Pour off excess liquid and drain cukes in colander for about 30 minutes to allow complete drainage.
• Pat excess moisture off cucumbers with a paper towel. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, dill and pepper. Mix well. Season as needed with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

MOM'S FRIED CUCUMBERS

Steps:

• 1. Wash and slice off both ends of cucumbers rub each end of cucumber till it shows a slight foam. This helps get rid of the bitterness. Cut cross or lengthwise 1/4 inch thickness, with rind still on.
• 2. 4 Lg Eggs beaten in bowl set a side. Now your mixture of flour and spices in a separate bowl.
• 3. Heat oil in skillet on medium high. Don't let the oil get to high or it will burn. Dip, cucumbers in egg and then in flour mixture, place in hot oil. Cook till golden brown. After through cooking put your salt and pepper on to taste. If you want it crunchier you may double dip in egg and flour. Serve Hot.........