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Stewed Cucumbers With Onions

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Heritage Classic

Stewed Cucumbers With Onions

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Recipe Score · Heritage Classic
⏱ Time
Altogether, 20 minutes
🍽 Serves
1 head for a salad for 4 persons

🥘 Ingredients

6 cucumbers, 3 moderate-sized onions, not quite 1 pint of white stock, cayenne and salt to taste, the yolks of 2 eggs, a very little grated nutmeg.

👨‍🍳 Method

Pare and slice the cucumbers, take out the seeds, and cut the onions into thin slices; put these both into a stewpan, with the stock, and let them boil for 1/4 hour or longer, should the cucumbers be very large. Beat up the yolks of 2 eggs; stir these into the sauce; add the cayenne, salt, and grated nutmeg; bring it to the point of boiling, and serve. Do not allow the sauce to boil, or it will curdle. This is a favourite dish with lamb or mutton chops, rump-steaks, &c.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Olena — Recipe Tester
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
A charming trip down culinary memory lane

I tried stewed cucumbers with onions this week, and I must admit, I was initially skeptical. Cucumbers, stewed? But I followed the instructions, and the result was surprisingly delightful. The thinly sliced onions became beautifully translucent and sweet, melding with the cucumbers to create a soft, comforting texture. The real surprise came from the egg yolks. I had expected a thick, gloopy sauce, but stirring them in at the end created a velvety, rich coating that elevated the whole dish. This recipe is perfect for the weeknight cook looking to add a touch of vintage charm to their meals. It comes together quickly, and the combination of flavors is unique and comforting. I served it alongside some simple lamb chops, and it was a match made in heaven. If you're looking to impress with a bit of old-school elegance, give this one a try. Just remember to keep that sauce from boiling over—curdled eggs are nobody's friend.

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