Cool, crisp cucumber slices tossed in a tangy, garlicky dressing with chili oil and sesame 🌶️🥢 A refreshing and bold-flavored side dish found in homes and street stalls across China — perfect as a cold appetizer or a light snack.
Ingredients
🥒 400 g cucumber (14 oz), smashed and cut into chunks
🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
🥣 15 ml rice vinegar (1 tbsp)
🌾 15 ml light soy sauce (1 tbsp)
🍯 5 g sugar (1 tsp)
🌶️ 10 ml chili oil (2 tsp)
🌻 5 ml sesame oil (1 tsp)
🧂 Salt to taste
🌿 Optional: fresh coriander or sesame seeds for garnish
Preparation
1️⃣ Smash cucumber with the side of a knife, then chop into bite-sized chunks. Sprinkle with salt and let sit 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Drain off excess water.
3️⃣ In a bowl, mix garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, chili oil, and sesame oil.
4️⃣ Toss cucumbers in dressing until well coated.
5️⃣ Garnish and serve chilled 🧊🥢
Total Time
⏳ Prep time: 10 minutes (+10 min rest)
🔥 Cooking time: –
🕒 Total time: 10 minutes active (20 min total)
Nutritional Value
🔋 Energy: 90 kcal
🥩 Protein: 2 g
🧈 Fat: 6 g
🍚 Carbohydrates: 6 g
🧂 Sodium: 380 mg
Advice
For extra crunch, refrigerate cucumbers before smashing ❄️
Status
Crunchy, spicy, and full of zing — the ultimate Chinese summer salad 🥒🔥 #CucumberSalad #ChineseColdDish #GrannyZen
