Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)
Spicy Cucumber Salad is an easy side dish that anyone can make. It’s literally a chop, dump, and mix recipe but it results in a spicy, savory, and super fresh salad.
Servings: 5 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pcs Kirby Cucumber (520g)
- 1 tbsp Sea Salt
- 90 grams Chives Slice into 2-inch pieces
- 2 stalks Scallions Cut lengthwise then slice in 2-inch pieces
- 1/2 pc Onion Sliced thinly
- 1 tbsp Garlic Chopped finely
- 2 tbsp Gochugaru
- 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 1 tsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions
- Divide the cucumber in half, crosswise. Take one half and slice in half, lengthwise. Take one quarter and divide it into four wedges. Do the same for the rest of the cucumber. Be careful as the bottom is not secure and it may move the cucumber as you cut. Do not remove the pit.
- Salt the cucumber and mix. Set aside for 5 minutes to draw out the moisture. Meanwhile, prepare your other vegetables.
- Wash the cucumber once and drain. Wipe any excess water with a paper towel.
- Add the garlic, gochugaru, fish sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and sesame seeds to the cucumber. Mix thoroughly.
- Add the onion, scallions, and chives. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve with any protein and enjoy!
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Notes
- Adjust the taste using salt or fish sauce according to your preference.