Korean Cucumber Salad

15m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Thinly slice the cucumbers.
  2. 2Sprinkle salt over sliced cucumbers and rest for 10-15 minutes.
  3. 3Squeeze out the water from the cucumbers.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, add soy sauce.
  5. 5Add sesame seeds to the bowl.
  6. 6Add Kashmiri red chilli powder.
  7. 7Add chilli flakes.
  8. 8Add honey.
  9. 9Add minced garlic.
  10. 10Pour toasted sesame oil over the ingredients.
  11. 11Add vinegar.
  12. 12Mix all the ingredients in the bowl well.
  13. 13Pour the prepared sauce over the cucumbers.
  14. 14Toss well and serve chilled.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium English cucumber
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Garlic
  • 0.5 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
  • 1 tsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

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Tips

  • Traditional Korean cucumber salads use gochujang for a spicy umami flavor. Use it if available for an authentic twist!