Tangy, Crisp & Irresistible – Acar Timun Done Right
- My Blue Tea
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
What's the Secret to the Perfect Satay Sidekick? Acar Timun or Spicy
Pickled Cucumber
If you've ever enjoyed Malaysian feast, you've likely encountered Acar Timun—the bright, tangy, crips, vinegary cucumber salad that sits modestly on the side but steals every bite. Found across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore, by the Peranakans (Straits Chinese) this simple pickle is designed to refresh the palate between mouthfuls of rich, yummy satay. Our version stays true to tradition but adds a little extra magic: a sprinkle of MyBlueTea Satay Sauce Powder in the dressing, for that unmistakable savoury depth. Ready to make your satay experience complete? Let's pickle!
Acar Timun is a tangy, refreshing Malaysian-style pickled cucumber that cuts through rich dishes like satay. Crisp, colourful, and bursting with flavour, it's the perfect sidekick to any meal.
Acar Timun / Pickled Cucumber :
Ingredients :-
*3-5 pcs Long beans (cut 2-3 inch)
*3 medium Cucumber (sliced thin strips)
*100gm Young corn
*1 carrot (cut thin strips)
*3 Onions (chop)
*3 Garlic (chop)
*3 Candle nut
*5 Chilli & 3 cayenne pepper @rempah @rempah
*3 Kaffir lime leaves
*1/2 pcs Galangal leaves
*1/2 pcs Turmeric leaves
*1/2 tspn Coriander Powder @rempah
Acar Timun —the crisp, tangy pickled cucumber that completes any satay feast. This Malaysian classic is wonderfully simple: cucumber, shallots, chilli, and a sweet-sour vinegar dressing come together in minutes. But we couldn't resist giving it a little MyBlueTea love. A teaspoon of our Satay Sauce Powder in the mix adds a subtle savoury depth that ties it perfectly to your satay spread. Here's how to make it.Acar Timun / Pickled Cucumber
Method:
(1) Cut all ingredients stated above + add 1 tspn sald + 2 tspn sugar + 2 tspn vinegr and soak for 30 mins
(2) Boil carrot, long beans and young corn till cook
(3) Saute the Satay sauce powder with kaffir lime leaves, galangal and turmeric till fragrant add (2) above and mix evenly
(4) Add Cucumbers and season with salt + sugar or vinegar. Serve & enjoy.
Slide through the photos for some delicious inspiration from our Rempah Lady in Medan, Indonesia! 🌿✨
1️⃣ Kayu Ubi – crispy cassava sticks, perfect for snacking
2️⃣ Pandan Angkoo – soft, fluffy filled kuih with that signature pandan aroma
3️⃣ Sambal Anchovies with peanuts – spicy, crunchy, and utterly addictive
4️⃣ Kueh Kueh – an assortment of traditional Nyonya treats
5️⃣ Kueh Lapis – beautiful layered steamed cake
6️⃣ Butterfly Pea Jello with basil seeds – a stunning blue delight, topped with refreshing basil
7️⃣ Rendang Jengkol – rich, aromatic rendang simmered with stink beans for a bold, distinctive flavour
Storing Acar Timun
This Acar Timun keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it the perfect make-ahead accompaniment for busy days. The flavours continue to develop as it sits, so don't be surprised if it tastes even better the next day! Store it in an airtight jar and enjoy it alongside everything from satay to sandwiches. Enjoy! ✨
Tea pairing after spicy meal
After a rich, spicy meal or a fragrant bowl of curry, there's nothing quite like a cup of MyBlueTea Harmony Tea to gently settle and soothe. This beautifully balanced blend combines sweet apple pieces, warming chen pi (aged tangerine peel), tangy hawthorn, nourishing red dates, and delicate rose buds – each ingredient thoughtfully chosen in the tradition of TCM to support digestion and restore harmony. The subtle sweetness and gentle citrus notes help calm the palate, making it the perfect post-feast companion. So go ahead, enjoy that extra serving of rendang or laksa – a cup of Harmony Tea has you covered. 💚🌹
About Sri and Rempah KutjapAyam
Sri @rempahkutjapayam has a business supplying Rempah-rempah / beautiful spices for your daily cooking and baking needs. Head on to her Page and order some @rempahkutjayam in Medan Indonesia. Lots of cooking ideas and beautiful food. beautiful herbs we have tried in a number of dishes. Contact her directly for if you prefer some Indonesian spices on her Instagram - rempahkutjapayam
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