Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad
Are you craving a refreshing dish with a kick of Korean flavors? Look no further than our delicious Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad recipe. This easy-to-make side dish is perfect for adding a zesty touch to your meals. The combination of crisp cucumbers, spicy gochugaru, and aromatic sesame seeds creates a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Let's get started on preparing this delightful dish!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry.
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Score the cucumbers lengthwise and cut them into thin slices.
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Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers and let them sit for 10 minutes.
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Prepare the dressing by combining garlic, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and fish sauce.
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Squeeze excess water from the cucumbers and discard the liquid.
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Pour the dressing over the cucumbers, add sesame seeds and green onions, and toss to coat.
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Adjust seasoning if needed and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Before serving, toss the salad again and garnish with extra sesame seeds and green onions.
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Serve chilled as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 serving- Calories
- 85 kcal
- Total Fat
- 5 g
- Saturated Fat
- 1 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 420 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 9 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugars
- 4 g
- Protein
- 2 g
Enjoy this Korean-inspired recipe as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, rice dishes, or even as a topping for tacos for a fusion twist. Embrace the flavors of Korea in your own home with this easy and flavorful cucumber salad. Let this zesty dish brighten up your day and add a touch of Korean flair to your culinary repertoire.