Spicy Asian Cucumbers

Ingredients

Contains: soy, sesame (auto-detected from the ingredients and method; we can miss things, so check labels)

• 3 large cucumbers - sliced lengthwise, seeds scooped out, and cut into 1/2-inch thick half rounds
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon hot chili oil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Method written by CompKitchen from the ingredient list. Not the original author's method, not kitchen-tested.

1. Place the cucumber half rounds in a colander or bowl, sprinkle with the salt, toss well, and let them sit for 10 minutes so they release water.

2. Gently squeeze the cucumbers with your hands to remove excess liquid, then pat them dry.

3. In a large bowl, whisk the soy sauce, white sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil and hot chili oil until the sugar dissolves.

4. Stir the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes into the dressing.

5. Add the cucumbers to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.

6. Chill for 10 minutes or serve right away.