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Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)

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

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

Ingredients

  • 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

Instructions

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  1. Thinly slice the cucumber (1/8 to 1/4-inch thick). Toss gently with salt and set aside for about 15 minutes.
  2. 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.