Asian Cucumber Salad (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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5 Persian cucumbers
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ tablespoon sesame oil
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¾ tablespoon light soy sauce
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1 tablespoon sugar
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¾ tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon chili oil (adjust to taste)
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½ tablespoon sesame seeds
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
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.
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Add the sliced cucumbers to a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to draw out excess water.
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Drain the released water and give the cucumbers a quick 10-second rinse before returning them to the bowl.
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Add sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds to the cucumbers. Stir until well combined.