Photo by Janelle Jones
Servings: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutesIngredientsJapanese cucumbers, approximately 5 each
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons chili oil
1 tablespoon chili flakesDirections1. Remove the ends of the cucumbers. With the widest knife you have on hand, take the side of it and gently smash down on the cucumbers. Some pieces will naturally fall off.2. Cut the cucumbers into 1" sections. Add in sugar, salt, minced garlic, chili flakes, chili oil, sesame oil, and vinegar. Mix well, marinate for 10 minutes, and enjoy!From Don't Underestimate a Spicy Summer Salad
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutesIngredientsJapanese cucumbers, approximately 5 each
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons chili oil
1 tablespoon chili flakesDirections1. Remove the ends of the cucumbers. With the widest knife you have on hand, take the side of it and gently smash down on the cucumbers. Some pieces will naturally fall off.2. Cut the cucumbers into 1" sections. Add in sugar, salt, minced garlic, chili flakes, chili oil, sesame oil, and vinegar. Mix well, marinate for 10 minutes, and enjoy!From Don't Underestimate a Spicy Summer Salad