Spicy and Sour Pickled Cucumber (酸辣酸黄瓜)
酸辣酸黄瓜 (Spicy and Sour Pickled Cucumber) is a popular dish in Yunnan Cuisine, known for its refreshing and tangy flavors. This dish is perfect as a side dish or appetizer, especially during hot summer days.
Ingredients
- 4 small cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, minced garlic, and sliced red chilies.
- In a small bowl, mix the rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and sesame oil until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
- Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro 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
- 30 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 7g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 1g
Supplies
Large bowl Small bowl Knife Cutting board
Tools
Mixing spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the 酸辣酸黄瓜 as a refreshing side dish with grilled meats or as an appetizer before a main meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, leave the red chilies' seeds in.
Cost
$5