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Smashed Cucumber Salad

Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 bowl
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Cucumbers, medium size
  • 1 TSP Kosher Salt
  • 2 TSP Granulated Sugar
  • 1 u0026 1/2 TBSP Rice Vinegar
  • 2 TSP Sesame Oil
  • 2 TSP Soy Sauce
  • 1 TSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 TSP White Sesame Seeds, toasted
  • Red chili flakes and Cilantro to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and dry Cucumbers. Cut cross-wise into pieces about 4u0022 long, then cut those lengthwise
  • Lay Cucumbers on flat surface, cut side down. Press down on the flat of your blade, using your hand, to break/smash the pieces into bite-sized.
  • Place Cukes, big pinch of salt and big pinch of sugar into a strainer. Place weight on top of the cukes to help drain. Ice is a good weight here. Drain for 15-30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
  • Make the dressing using Salt, Sugar, and Rice Vinegar. Stir till mixed.
  • Stir in Sesame Oil and Soy Sauce to the dressing.
  • Drain any residual water/juices in the cukes and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add dressing (to taste, start with some, add more gradually) and mix gently but well.
  • Serve garnished with chili peppers and cilantro

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
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