Smacked Cucumber Salad is a refreshing side dish that takes no time to prepare. Similar to the Cucumber with Sesame Seeds recipe, we smack the cucumber with a rolling pin before tossing with the dressing. In this recipe, some crushed red pepper flakes and grated ginger are added for a kick. You can adjust the spiciness to your liking. This is a quick and easy side dish to serve with any Japanese dishes.
Smacked Cucumber Salad
Quick and easy cucumber salad with a hint of red chili and ginger
Equipment
- Rolling Pin or pestle
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Smack the cucumber on a cutting board using a rolling pin or pestle until it starts to break apart. Break into smaller pieces by hand or use a knife to cut into pieces.
- Add the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and mix to make the dressing. Add the cucumber pieces and mix well.
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