Shanghai Style Spicy Cucumber Salad (上海辣黄瓜沙拉)
上海辣黄瓜沙拉 (Shanghai Style Spicy Cucumber Salad) is a refreshing and spicy dish that is perfect for hot summer days. This dish is a popular appetizer in Shanghai cuisine, known for its bold flavors and crunchy texture.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and minced garlic.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and chili oil.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and salt to taste 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
- 80
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 4g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Shanghai Style Spicy Cucumber Salad as an appetizer or as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.
Tips & tricks
For a milder version, remove the seeds from the cucumbers before slicing.
Cost
$5