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Quick and Easy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe

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This Quick Easy Asian Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish featuring crisp Persian cucumbers tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet, and spicy dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil, and rice vinegar. Perfect as a light side or snack, it requires minimal prep and refrigerates to enhance flavors.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 5 Persian cucumbers

Seasonings & Oils

  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 3/4 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/2–1 tbsp sugar
  • 3/4 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili oil
  • 1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tbsp minced garlic (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice Cucumbers: Rinse the Persian cucumbers thoroughly. Slice off one end at an angle, then continue slicing the cucumbers diagonally so the slices are oval-shaped. Adjust slice thickness based on your preference.
  2. Salt and Refrigerate: Place the cucumber slices in a bowl or container. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt over them and mix well. Refrigerate the cucumbers for at least 20 minutes to draw out excess water, which helps keep the salad crisp.
  3. Drain and Rinse: After refrigerating, drain the released water from the cucumbers. Briefly rinse the cucumber slices under cold water for about 10 seconds to remove excess salt, then return them to the bowl or container.
  4. Add Dressing Ingredients: Add 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil, 3/4 tablespoon light soy sauce, 1/2 to 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste), 3/4 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon chili oil, 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds, and optionally 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic to the cucumbers.
  5. Mix and Serve: Stir all ingredients until well combined so the cucumbers are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for enhanced flavor. Enjoy your refreshing Asian cucumber salad!

Notes

  • Adjust sugar quantity according to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Minced garlic is optional and can be omitted if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Use light soy sauce to keep the salad from being too salty.
  • Refrigeration helps crispness and flavor melding but the salad can also be served immediately if desired.
  • Chili oil adds heat; adjust or omit for less spiciness.

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