Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• 6 Mini cucumbers
• 1 tbsp of salt
• 3/4 tbsp of brown sugar
• 1 tsp of sesame oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 green onions chopped
• 1.5 tbsp of rice wine vinegar
• 2 cloves of garlic crushed or grated
• 1 tsp of sesame seeds
• 2 tsp of chili oil optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut off the ends of the cucumbers and place them on a cutting board. Put two chopsticks on either side of a cucumber to act as guides. Cut the cucumber diagonally into thin slices, then flip it over and cut diagonally again. You should get spiral-shaped pieces of cucumber. Repeat with the rest of the cucumbers.

2. 2

   Transfer the cucumber slices to a large bowl and sprinkle some salt over them. Toss well and let them sit for 15 to 30 minutes. This will help draw out the excess water from the cucumbers and make them crunchier.

3. 3

   After the salting time, rinse the cucumber slices under cold water and drain them well. Pat them dry with a paper towel or a clean cloth.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, garlic, chilli oil and sesame seeds. This is your dressing for the salad.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the cucumber slices and toss well to coat them evenly. Sprinkle some chopped green onions on top for garnish.

6. 6

   Enjoy your refreshing and flavorful Asian cucumber salad!