ASIAN-STYLE CUCUMBER SALAD

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These cucumbers are so tasty and addictive. This can be served as a side dish to almost any kind of meat. You can make it to any level of heat as you like. I love the crisp, crunchy, spicy and sweet taste that goes on all at once!

Provided by Grace Lynn

Categories     Asian

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs kirby cucumbers, unpeeled and cubed
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Place in a bowl the cubed cucumbers and kosher salt, toss to coat.
  • Let stand for 1 hour at room temperature.
  • Transfer to colander, rinse lightly under cold running water, drain, and place in a bowl.
  • Prepare dressing: In a wok or heavy saucepan set over moderate heat, heat sesame oil until hot.
  • Add the red pepper flakes and cook, stirring 15 seconds.
  • Add garlic, rice vinegar, and honey and stir-fry 30 seconds.
  • Turn off heat, add cucumbers and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a bowl, let cool and chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Cucumbers will keep for up to one week.

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