SMASHED CHINESE CUCUMBER SALAD

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Smashing cucumbers is a delicious and rustically beautiful preparation that is common across Asia. Smashing them creates a variety of different textures, and draining them concentrates the flavor. This is a simple-to-prepare dish but it packs personality!

Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound Persian or mini cucumbers
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
Toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the cucumbers in a resealable plastic bag. Seal and use the palm of your hand to lightly smash the cucumbers. Take the cucumbers out of the bag and cut into 1-inch chunks. Add to a bowl and season with salt. Toss to coat.
  • Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar and chile flakes in a medium bowl. Whisk to dissolve the sugar.
  • Add the cucumbers, then toss and garnish with the toasted sesame seeds and cilantro.

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