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.

Shanghai Style Spicy Cucumber Salad (上海辣黄瓜沙拉)

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and minced garlic.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and chili oil.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
  4. 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