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Korean Cucumber Salad.

Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

Angela Milnes
Refresh your palate with this crisp and tangy Korean Cucumber Salad! Thinly sliced cucumbers are tossed in a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and a touch of spice, creating a salad that’s both refreshing and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine Korean
Servings 3 Servings
Calories 75 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lbs Cucumbers
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoon Soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoon Rice vinegar
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Start by slicing the cucumbers into thin rounds or your desired shape.
  • Place the cucumber slices in a bowl and sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over them. Set the bowl aside for 10 minutes
  • After 10 minutes, strain the excess water from the cucumbers to remove excess moisture.
  • In a separate bowl, combine 2 teaspoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon chili oil, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 3 cloves of minced garlic, and 2 teaspoon rice vinegar.
  • Stir the dressing mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add the prepared dressing to the sliced cucumbers.
  • Toss the cucumbers with the dressing, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • Garnish the salad with sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.
  • Enjoy your Korean Style Cucumber Salad!

Notes

Choose the Right Cucumbers: Use English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers for their thin skin and fewer seeds, which provide a crisp texture and better flavor absorption.
Marinate for Better Flavor: Let the cucumbers marinate in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify, making the salad more flavorful.
Garnish Last Minute: Sprinkle the sesame seeds just before serving to maintain their crunch and visual appeal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 1001mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.3mg
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