Tam Tang (thai Cucumber Salad)
This refreshing Thai Cucumber Salad, known as Tam Tang, is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. It's a great side dish to accompany any Thai meal or to enjoy on its own.
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, peanuts, cilantro, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes 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 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fiber
- 2g
- Protein
- 1g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tam Tang (Thai Cucumber Salad) alongside grilled meats or as a refreshing side dish with any Thai meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes to the dressing.
Cost
$5