Spicy Cucumber Salad With Peanuts

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Try this thai-inspired salad with chicken or fish. The sugar in the dressing balances the heat of the red pepper. from cooking light. (prep time doesn't include 1 hour for cucumber to drain).

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Steps

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Place the cucumber slices in a colander.

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Sprinkle with salt.

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Toss well.

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Drain 1 hour.

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Place cucumber slices on several layers of paper towels.

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Cover with additional paper towels.

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Let stand 5 minutes , pressing down occasionally.

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Rinse and pat dry.

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Combine vinegar , water , sugar , and pepper in a small saucepan.

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Bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat.

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Cook until reduced to 1 / 3 cup.

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Remove from heat.

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Cool.

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Stir in onion.

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Combine cucumbers and vinegar reduction in a medium bowl.

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Toss well.

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Sprinkle with peanuts.

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Ingredients

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cucumbers, kosher salt, rice vinegar, water, sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, red onions, dry roasted peanuts