Thinly slice 1 large cucumber; sprinkle with
1 teaspoon salt. Let stand 30 minutes.
Then drain off the accumulated water.
Combine:
1/2 c. sour cream
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 to 2 drops Tabasco
2 tbsp. chopped chives
1 tbsp. dried chopped onions
Dash of pepper
Pour over cucumbers and refrigerate 30 minutes.