Stir-Fried Cucumber with Egg

Name: Stir-Fried Cucumber with Egg
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 1 lb cucumbers; salt; 3 medium to large eggs; olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; pepper

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Soaking Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
2 people
Calories
124 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine
Asian

Stir-Fried Cucumber with Egg

Finn Carter

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This Stir-Fried Cucumber with Egg features crunchy and juicy cucumbers sautéed with soft scrambled eggs. It comes together quickly in just one pan, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb cucumbers (about 2-3 cucumbers)
salt
3 medium to large eggs
olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
pepper

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Instructions

Peel cucumbers (either peel off all the skins or leave some skins to create alternating stripes). Slice in half lengthwise and scoop out all the seeds, then cut the cucumbers into thin slices on a bias.
Place cucumber slices in a bowl and toss with 3/4 teaspoon of salt. Set aside for 20 minutes.
Beat the eggs and season with a pinch of salt. Set aside.
After 20 minutes, rinse the cucumber slices under running water, drain and spread them on some paper towels to absorb excess water.
Place a pan over medium heat. Add some olive oil and once the oil is hot, add minced garlic. Sauté garlic for a few seconds until fragrant, then add cucumbers. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until cucumbers are heated through with no raw taste left. Season with a bit more salt to taste if needed.
Push cucumber slices to one side of the pan. Add beaten eggs to the empty side of the pan. Let the bottom of the eggs set, then stir-fry and toss cucumbers with eggs briefly. This should be done quickly to avoid overcooking the eggs.
When the eggs are cooked to your liking, transfer to a serving plate. Sprinkle freshly cracked pepper on top.

Notes

You can also add a dash of soy sauce (to taste) for more umami, or drizzle a touch of toasted sesame oil at the end for more fragrance.
Please feel free to slice the cucumber thinner or cook them for longer if you like them to be softer.
I like to keep the scrambled eggs soft and fluffy. After adding the eggs, lower the heat if needed to control the doneness on the eggs.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 124kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 246mg (82%) Sodium 99mg (4%) Potassium 400mg (11%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 520IU (10%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 124 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	124kcal	6%
Carbohydrates	6g	2%
Protein	10g	20%
Fat	7g	11%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Cholesterol	246mg	82%
Sodium	99mg	4%
Potassium	400mg	9%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	520IU	10%
Vitamin C	8mg	9%
Calcium	69mg	7%
Iron	2mg	11%