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A white dish with the asian spicy cucumber salad.

Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad

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Asian Spicy Cucumber Salad is a great way to use up any cucumbers you may have. In 5 minutes with just 6 ingredients, you can have a light and refreshing side that you'll absolutely love.
Prep Time : 5 minutes
Total Time : 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Calories: 23kcal
Author: Christina Hitchcock

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 1 large Cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut butter
  • 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • Sesame seeds, garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place peanut butter, soy sauce, hot sauce and minced garlic in a medium size bowl.
  • Stir well until combined.
  • Dice your cucumber and place in the bowl.
  • Stir to coat the cucumbers in the peanut butter sauce.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds.

Christina's Notes

  • Don't Over-Dress: Start with a smaller amount of dressing and add more to taste. Over-dressing can make the salad soggy.
  • Taste and Adjust: The key to a great salad is a well-balanced dressing. Taste it before adding it to the cucumbers and adjust the sweetness, sourness, saltiness, and spiciness to your preference.
  • Massage the Cucumbers (Optional): For a slightly softer texture and better absorption of flavor, you can gently massage the sliced cucumbers with a little salt for a few minutes, then rinse and pat them dry before adding the dressing.
  • Chill Before Serving: While delicious at room temperature, this salad is particularly refreshing when chilled for at least 15-20 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish for Appeal: A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, or crispy shallots not only adds flavor and texture but also makes the salad visually appealing.
  • Consider Different Cucumber Preparations: Instead of just slicing, you can smash the cucumbers lightly with the flat side of a knife before chopping them into bite-sized pieces. This creates more surface area for the dressing to cling to and results in a slightly different texture.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The flavor of this simple salad relies heavily on the quality of its ingredients, especially the cucumbers and the aromatics in the dressing.
  • Serve With: Serve with Korean Beef and Broccoli, Instant Pot Honey Asian Chicken or Korean Spicy Noodles.

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