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Smacked cucumbers Chinese style
Smacked cucumbers Chinese style will appeal to lovers of spicy Chinese cuisine. This interesting name arose from the method of preparing this dish. It is quick to make and differs in its minimalism, but to ensure the appetizer is successful, it is important to choose the right cucumbers. They should be firm with a thin skin. Greenhouse vegetables will also work, as long as they are not too juicy, otherwise the dish will turn out watery. Otherwise, everything is very simple. Following our step-by-step recipe with photos, you will be able to prepare delicious smacked cucumbers Chinese style.
Preparation time: 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- cucumbers – 500 g;
- chili pepper – 1/2 pc;
- soy sauce – 2 tbsp;
- garlic – 2 cloves;
- vegetable oil – 1 tbsp;
- apple cider vinegar – 1/2 tbsp;
- sesame oil – 1 tsp;
- sesame seeds – 1-2 tsp.
Preparation
- Prepare the ingredients for making smacked cucumbers Chinese style. Choose firm and undamaged cucumbers. Remove the husks from the two cloves of garlic.
- Cut the cucumbers in half and trim the ends.
- Lightly smash the cucumbers using a convenient method.
- Cut the smashed vegetable into small pieces.
- Slice the two cloves of garlic into chips.
- Remove the seeds from half of the chili pepper and cut it into rings.
- Add the sliced garlic, rings of chili pepper, and a teaspoon of sesame to the cucumbers.
- Next, pour in the sesame oil, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Mix everything together. Send the salad to the refrigerator for about 20-30 minutes.
Smacked cucumbers Chinese style are ready. Enjoy your meal.
