Fresh dill is available from supermarkets and ethnic grocers. Dried dill is a perfectly acceptable substitute to fresh, and is even preferred in some Middle Eastern dishes. Use only the leaves of ...
Return the cucumber to the bowl, add the sugar, vinegar and dill and mix together. Spoon into a large sterilised jar, packing down so the vinegar covers the cucumber. Leave for an hour or so ...
This not only gives it time to thoroughly chill, but also allows the flavors to meld. Shallot, garlic, dill, flat-leaf parsley, and tarragon perfume the cucumbers, while Greek yogurt, lemon juice ...