can I use my bitter cucumbers for pickles?

My cucumbers are very bitter. Can I still use them for pickles?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 08/28/2012 @ 10:37 am

You could try it, though I am not sure how well they will turn out. If they are already bitter tasting, this may not be improved with the pickling process. Here is an article that you may find helpful for future reference with bitter cukes: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cucumber/what-causes-bitter-cucumber.htm ^[1]

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