Japanese Style Pickles (Quick)

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup vinegar

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp sugar

1 garlic clove crushed

1 whole chilli split

1 piece star anise (optional)

250g finely sliced or shredded vegetable of choice (carrot, cabbage, red or white onion, cucumber etc.)

Put prepared vegetables in a bowl.

Put all other ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for 1 minute then pour over vegetables.

Cover with a lid or clingfilm and leave to sit for 10 minutes.

Store in fridge.

That's all folks! Quick easy and very tasty accompaniment.