Korean Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad Recipe
A crisp and vibrant Spicy Spiral Cucumber Salad with chili, garlic, and a tangy sesame dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 English cucumbers spiral cut
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chili oil or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey or sugar
1 clove garlic finely minced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds optional
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped optional
Instructions
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Spiral cut cucumbers and place in a bowl.
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Sprinkle with salt and let rest 10 to 15 minutes.
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Pat cucumbers dry to remove excess moisture.
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Whisk vinegar or lime juice, chili oil, sesame oil, honey or sugar, and garlic.
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Pour dressing over cucumbers and toss gently.
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Let marinate 10 minutes.
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Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro before serving.
Notes
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Spiral cut cucumbers and place in a bowl.
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Sprinkle with salt and let rest 10 to 15 minutes.
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Pat cucumbers dry to remove excess moisture.
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Whisk vinegar or lime juice, chili oil, sesame oil, honey or sugar, and garlic.
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Pour dressing over cucumbers and toss gently.
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Let marinate 10 minutes.
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Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro before serving.