Tangy Cucumber Pickles (Ah-jaht)

Combine the sugar, vinegar, water, and salt in a small saucepan and place over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt have dissolved, about 3 to 4 minutes

Remove from the heat and set aside to cool to room temperature

Meanwhile, place half of the cucumbers in a 1-quart glass jar

Top with half of the shallots and half of the chiles

Repeat with the remaining cucumbers, shallots, and chiles

When the brine has cooled, pour it into the jar and seal with a tightfitting lid

Shake or rotate the jar to evenly distribute the brine

Refrigerate for 24 hours before serving, shaking or rotating the jar occasionally while the mixture’s brining

The pickles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.