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Spiral Cucumber Salad (Korean-Inspired Oi Muchim)

A crisp and refreshing Korean-inspired cucumber salad tossed in a spicy, tangy sesame dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Persian or English cucumbers
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1-2 tsp gochugaru Korean chili flakes
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Slice cucumbers in spiral pattern using chopstick method.
  2. Lightly salt and rest 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  3. Whisk together dressing ingredients.
  4. Spoon dressing over cucumbers.
  5. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
  6. Rest briefly and serve.

Notes

Best served fresh for maximum crunch.