Kappa Pickles

One of the most widely used pickles in Japan, these are often served as a small appetizer. In Japan, small cucumbers are used for this dish; the best option in the UK is to use Lebanese cucumbers. I use sushi vinegar for the pickles as this is sweet already and gives a smoother result than adding sugar to rice vinegar. These keep well in the fridge in a sterilized jar for up to two weeks.