Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad Recipe Idea

 

Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced  

• ½ teaspoon of salt  

• 2 green onions, finely chopped  

• 1 clove of garlic, minced  

• 1 tablespoon of Korean red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)  

• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil  

• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce  

• ½ teaspoon of sugar  

• 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar  

• 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds  

• Fresh cilantro (optional) for garnish  

Directions:

1. Prepare the cucumbers:

   - Thinly slice the cucumbers and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes.

   - Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain them well. Squeeze out any extra water.

2. Make the dressing:

   - In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, Korean red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

3. Combine and marinate:

   - In a larger bowl, mix the cucumbers with the chopped green onions.

   - Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss everything together until well coated.

   - Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.

4. Finish and serve:

   - Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad.

   - If you like, add some fresh cilantro on top for extra flavor. Enjoy!