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Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad
Dai Ga Si Faan recipe - Chinese
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 11 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
2
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 2 clove garlic, minced
- 1.5 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
- 1 tbsp chilli oil
- 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A drizzle of sesame oil
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Cut off the ends of the cucumber. Using a heavy object like the side of a cleaver or a rolling pin, gently smash the cucumber until it begins to split and crack. Split the cucumber lengthwise, then remove the seeds with a spoon.
- 2
Cut the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Season the cucumber with salt and toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for about 15 minutes. This helps to draw out excess moisture.
- 3
In a bowl, combine Chinese black vinegar, chilli oil, light soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic and green onions. Toss in the drained cucumber pieces.
- 4
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle with sesame oil. Enjoy!