Cucumber Varietals
SLICERS
These are the standard grocery store cucumbers. Most are waxed. Skin is thick and a little bitter so they are usually peeled and de-seeded.
Amazingly enough, spicy foods such as this salad actually cool you down on a hot day. Smashing the cucumbers allows them to better absorb the flavorings.
Ingredients
SERVINGS: 4 Serving(s)
- 1—2 (about 1½ pounds) cucumbers
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 green onions
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon roasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground roasted Szechwan peppercorns (optional)
- ½ teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
Instructions
Peel cucumbers if needed; cut each in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut the halves into quarters and smash each with the flat side of a knife. Then cut these strips into pieces about ½-inch thick. Put cucumbers in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, mix and set aside for 15 minutes.
Squeeze cucumbers and drain. Cut green onions into pieces about ½ inch long. Add to cucumbers with remaining ingredients. Mix well, chill and serve.
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