Easy Asian Cucumber Salad
Enjoy a refreshing and flavorful dish with this simple Asian cucumber salad. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, this recipe combines crisp cucumbers with a tangy, savory, and slightly spicy dressing.
Ingredients
- 5 Persian cucumbers
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tbsp sesame oil
- ¾ tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ¾ tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp chili oil
- ½ tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Slice the Cucumbers: Rinse the cucumbers and slice one end at an angle. Continue slicing at an angle to create oval-shaped pieces. Adjust thickness to your preference.
- Season and Chill: Place the sliced cucumbers in a bowl and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt. Toss to combine, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out excess water.
- Drain and Rinse: Drain the water released by the cucumbers. Give them a quick rinse under running water for about 10 seconds and return them to the bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: Add sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds to the cucumbers.
- Combine and Serve: Stir until the cucumbers are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy!