Bread and butter pickles

Step 1

Put the cucumber and onion together in a bowl, sprinkle with salt and mix to combine.

Step 2

Cover with water and refrigerate overnight.

Step 3

Discard the liquid and drain thoroughly.

Step 4

In a saucepan, add the vinegar, sugar, turmeric, mustard seeds, cinnamon, cumin and bay leaves.

Step 5

As soon as this mixture reaches a boil, add the vegetables.

Step 6

Return to a boil then ladle into sterilised jars.