🥒 Hungarian Cucumber Salad (Uborkasaláta)

Uborkasaláta is a refreshing, tangy, and lightly garlicky cucumber salad that is a classic side dish in Hungarian cuisine. It is usually served alongside rich meals like goulash, roasted meats, or paprikash to balance the flavors with something cool and acidic.

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🥒 Ingredients

• 2–3 large cucumbers (or 4–5 medium ones)
• 1–2 tsp salt
• 2–3 cloves garlic, finely grated or crushed
• 2 tbsp white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
• 100–150 ml water (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika (for topping)
• 1–2 tbsp sour cream (optional, traditional variation)