Zesty & Crunchy Chinese Cucumber Salad

Zesty & Crunchy Chinese Cucumber Salad

20 mins
easy
2 servings

A quick and refreshing Chinese cucumber salad, perfect for a light lunch or side dish. This vibrant salad is packed with flavor and a satisfying crunch.

ChineseCucumberSalad

Equipment Needed

  • Cleaver or meat mallet
  • Cutting board
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 1.00 mediumEnglish Cucumber(Remove tough skin.)
  • 3.00 clovesGarlic(Minced.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonChinkiang Vinegar(Or rice vinegar.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonSoy Sauce(Light soy sauce preferred.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonSugar(Adjust to taste.)
  • 0.50 teaspoonSalt(Adjust to taste.)
  • 0.50 teaspoonSesame Oil
  • 2.00 teaspoonsChili Oil(Optional, for extra heat.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonChili Crisp(Optional, for extra heat.)

Instructions

1

Prepare the cucumber: Wash and dry the cucumber thoroughly. Slice into bite-sized pieces.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Crush the cucumber: Gently crush the cucumber pieces using a cleaver or meat mallet for a tender texture.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Mince the garlic: Mince the garlic cloves.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

4

Whisk the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and sesame oil until well combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

5

Combine ingredients: Add the minced garlic to the cucumber.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

6

Add dressing: Gently toss the cucumber mixture with the dressing, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Chill (optional): For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

8

Add chili: If desired, drizzle with chili oil or chili crisp for extra heat.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Serve immediately: Enjoy this refreshing salad as a light meal or side dish.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Garnish (optional): Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds for added visual appeal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes