Asian Style Cucumber Salad

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These cucumbers are so tasty and addictive. This can be served as a side dish to almost any kind of meat. You can make it to any level of heat as you like. I love the crisp, crunchy, spicy and sweet taste that goes on all at once!!

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Steps

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Place in a bowl the cubed cucumbers and kosher salt , toss to coat.

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Let stand for 1 hour at room temperature.

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Transfer to colander , rinse lightly under cold running water , drain , and place in a bowl.

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Prepare dressing: in a wok or heavy saucepan set over moderate heat , heat sesame oil until hot.

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Add the red pepper flakes and cook , stirring 15 seconds.

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Add garlic , rice vinegar , and honey and stir-fry 30 seconds.

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Turn off heat , add cucumbers and toss to coat.

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Transfer to a bowl , let cool and chill for at least 3 hours or overnight.

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Cucumbers will keep for up to one week.

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Ingredients

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kirby cucumbers, kosher salt, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, garlic, rice vinegar, honey