Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)

Name: Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 pcs Cucumbers; 3 tbsp gochugaru; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 2 clove garlic; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 1 tbsp sugar; optional fish sauce (optional)

Crisp cucumbers tossed in a fiery gochugaru-based dressing. A refreshing and spicy side that gets better with time.

Total: 1 h
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

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Nutrition

per serving

kcal: 78
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 4 g
Carbs: 9 g

Ingredients

for 4 servings

Cucumbers4 pcs
gochugaru3 tbsp
soy sauce2 tbsp
rice vinegar2 tbsp
garlic2 clove
sesame oil1 tbsp
sesame seeds1 tbsp
sugar1 tbsp
fish sauce (optional)optional

Method

4 steps

Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and sugar.
Place the cucumber slices in a large bowl and pour the dressing over them.
Toss the cucumbers thoroughly until evenly coated and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.