SMASHED CUCUMBER SALAD WITH HOT VINEGAR
Cucumbers are practically all water, so you gotta dress them like you mean it. This hot, sweet, and tart dressing will have them covered.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Salad Cucumber Vinegar Chile Pepper Peanut Vegan Vegetarian Side
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Gently smash cucumbers with a rolling pin or the back of a heavy knife just to break open. Tear into irregular 2" pieces and place in a medium bowl; season lightly with salt. Let sit at least 5 minutes and up to 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, whisk chiles, garlic, vinegar, fish sauce, and sugar in a medium bowl until sugar dissolves. Let sit while cucumbers macerate.
- Drain cucumbers, discarding any liquid they have released. Add to bowl with dressing and toss several times to coat. Top with peanuts.
- Do Ahead
- Dressing can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
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