Chili Infused Smacked Cucumbers
This chili oil infused smacked cucumbers is likely to be a new taste experience. Infused, yet crispy, spicy with hints of Asia that will make you escape to another land for a moment.
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Chilui Infused smacked cucumbers
5 serves
Preparation 5 minutes - Passive time 30 minutes
INGREDIENTS
Condiments
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp brown sugar
2½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
¼ tsp ground black pepper
1½ tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp hot chili oil
1tsp sesame seeds (for topping)
Vegetable
2-3 persian cucumbers - depending on their size
2 garlic cloves
1 handful coriander - optional
PREPARATION
Wash and smack the cucumbers using a rolling pin, chop roughly and place in a bowl
Add salt to the cucumbers, mix so each piece is coated and set aside for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, make the dressing. Crush garlic and whisk sugar, vinegar, pepper, soy sauce, and chili oil
Drain cucumber
Combine cucumber and dressing, add coriander and toss well
Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve as a starter, or to top an asian flavour dish