English afternoon tea cucumber sandwich recipe

English Afternoon Tea Cucumber Sandwich recipe

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Recipe intro

This English afternoon tea cucumber sandwich recipe is a classic and refreshing treat that perfectly complements a leisurely afternoon tea. Made with thinly sliced cucumbers, creamy butter, and fresh herbs, these delicate sandwiches are light and flavorful. The combination of crisp cucumbers and smooth butter creates a delightful texture, while the herbs add a subtle hint of freshness. Whether you're hosting a formal tea party or simply craving a light snack, this recipe is sure to please.

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English afternoon tea cucumber sandwich recipe details

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Ingredients

1	cucumber
1 loaf(s)	white bread, thinly sliced
½ lb	butter, preferably unsalted
	salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Allow the butter to come up to room temperature so it is softened for spreading.

Peel the cucumber, in stripes so that there is white and green showing.

Using a very sharp knife, slice the cucumber into thin slices and spread in on a wire rack. Sprinkle lightly with salt and leave for the water to drain away. After 15 to 30 minutes, pat with a clean tea towel to remove the salt and water.

Spread the butter on the bread lightly, buttering right to the edges. Layer the cucumber, slightly overlapping on each slice of bread and sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Place a further buttered slice of bread on top.

Remove the crusts on all four sides of each sandwich and then halve each one, and then cut into three equal fingers per half

Place on a plate covered with a paper doilie and serve with tea and a mixture of other sandwiches, scones and small cakes.

Variation:
Note that some people mix brown and white bread either so each sandwich has one brown and one white component or a mixture of brown bread sandwiches mixed in with the white.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a