What is Gherkin?
GHERKIN is a small early cucumber that is pickled. gherkin is derived from the Dutch word gurkkijn and cucumbers is from the Dutch picks . American Gherkins are 1 - 3 inches (3-8 cm), while American cucumbers can be twice as long.
West Indian Gherkin, or Burr Gherkin, must be selected at a speed of 1.5 inches (4 cm) long or less, because if it is larger, it will usually have an unpleasant and bitter taste. West Indian Gherkin was originally from Western Africa before it was brought to West India. Some people like to add horseradish root to Burr Gherkin for special crispness. However, GHERKINS is generally more crispy than dill cucumbers.
French Cornichoni are very similar to Gherkins and within the 20th of the 20th century were commercially sold in France. Cornichoni traditionally accompanies Pâtes in France, especially as an appetizer. Americans can serve Gherkins as an appetizer or refreshments, often with plates of cheese biscuits.
mPeople enjoy Gherkins with a hamburger. Gherkin and other cucumbers with pickling are considered to be the spice of vegetables. Vegetable spices are used to produce spices that accompany dishes and are consumed for taste rather than nutrition. Onions, herbs and garlic are also usually considered to be the spice of vegetables. The spices include all sauces, chutures, mustard, enjoyment and cucumbers.
Gherkins often prepare in salty power of water, vinegar and sugar and can be sweet if the sugar content is relatively high. Unlike acidic cucumbers, gherkins can be extremely sweet cucumbers. Most of Gherkin's brine are flavored with herbs such as tarragon, rosemary and/or thyme. Mustard seeds are also usually added to gherkin glasses.
London, England has a modern skyscraper called Gherkin. It is located in the financial district of 30 St. Mary Avenue A is very distinctive with his Shape and his many diamond panels of glass.The building is rare that the windows actually open to release fresh air. The Gherkin London building has 40 floors with a restaurant on the 39th floor.