Thinly slice one large cucumber; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Let stand 30 minutes.
Drain off the accumulated water. Combine 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoons vinegar, 1 to 2 drops Tabasco? sauce, 2 tablespoons chopped chives, 1 tablespoon dried chopped onions, and a dash of pepper. Pour over cucumbers and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
