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Spicy Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and zesty salad made with crisp cucumbers, spicy chilies, and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 large cucumbers sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1-2 fresh red chilies sliced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk or fork
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Slice the cucumbers thinly to ensure they soak up the flavors of the dressing.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  4. Stir in the sliced red chilies based on your heat preference.
  5. Once the cucumbers have released some moisture, drain them and toss them in the dressing.
  6. Fold in the chopped cilantro.
  7. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and sprinkle crushed peanuts on top.
  8. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to meld the flavors, then serve chilled.

Notes

This salad is perfect as a light meal or a side dish.