The picture above illustrates the preservation technique I use for thin skinned cucumbers, (like the English cucumbers), but this would also work with other varieties. I usually only use this technique for the smaller ones, because the larger ones have a longer shelf life.
But those minis...if you don't eat them every day, the remainder of your cuke stash will deteriorate much faster.
So my solution to this dilemma is simply to wrap them in a paper towel dampened with vinegar. It doesn't have to be soaking wet. We always have a spray bottle with vinegar on hand in the kitchen for various uses, and I just spritz it a few times, wrap the cukes, then spritz it again if needed.
I wrap the cucumber completely, and if there's room, place another on the paper towel and continue wrapping. We normally use the paper towels that have the half sheet option, and I only use the half sheet to do this. The minis aren't usually that long so I place them with the ends of the cukes facing the short sides before rolling. Two will fit comfortably on there, and if they are small in diameter, three will usually fit. Then just put them in a bag and place in the refrigerator. Refresh with vinegar spritz if needed.
They do start to get a little "pickley" after a few days, (but I'd rather deal with that than have them deteriorate to the point of no return and end up donating them to the compost bin). It's not that noticeable because the inside of the cukes do retain the cucumber flavor. If the tangy taste is bothersome, you can always peel them, or make a nice cucumber salad with oil & vinegar.
I can't take complete credit for the tip. Years ago I read about preserving block cheese using this technique, (and it does work with the cheese, in case you are wondering), so one day I decided to try it with the cucumbers.
As far as paper towel brands, well...we use Costco's paper towels and have not had any issues with the towels tearing or fragmenting when used in this manner. There are brands out there which won't fare as well, but it's still doable with those, I'm sure. Just take care when rewrapping after removing one for use.
After your cuke stash has been depleted you can still use the paper towel(s) for cleaning or spills.
