Beijing Style Spicy Cucumber Salad (拍黄瓜)
拍黄瓜 (Beijing Style Spicy Cucumber Salad) is a refreshing and spicy dish that is perfect for hot summer days. This dish is known for its crisp and flavorful cucumbers, combined with a spicy and tangy dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and a pinch of salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then drain the excess water.
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and chili flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 1g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the 拍黄瓜 as a side dish with steamed rice or as a topping for noodles.
Tips & tricks
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the cucumbers before slicing.
Cost
$5