Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)

Name: Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 Korean cucumber or 2 Kirby; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon Korean red chili pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon chopped scallion; 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced; 1 teaspoon vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon sesame oil

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings
4
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
Asian, Korean

Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)

Michael Cole

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An easy cucumber side dish that's spicy, slightly sweet and tangy! It'll be an excellent complement to any of your main dishes.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 Korean cucumber or 2 Kirby pickling cucumbers
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Korean red chili pepper flakes gochugaru (고추가루) – use less if desired
1 tablespoon chopped scallion
1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil

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Instructions

Thinly slice the cucumber (1/8 to 1/4-inch thick). Toss gently with salt and set aside for about 15 minutes.
Drain excess liquid. Avoid squeezing them because they will bruise. Mix well with all of the remaining ingredients. Taste a little and adjust the seasonings if necessary.