Din Tai Fung cucumber salad

Name: Din Tai Fung cucumber salad
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 3 Persian cucumbers (cut into ¾-inch (20 millimeters) thick slices (substitute English cucumbers), about 1 pound); 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt ((use half the amount if using sea salt or table salt)); 3 teaspoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon mushroom powder (optional); 3 tablespoons warm water; 1 fresno chili pepper (optional (can substitute with red bell pepper)); 2 cloves garlic (peeled and thinly sliced); 1½ teaspoon sesame oil; ½ teaspoon chili oil

Instructions

Prep:5min

This easy dish will transport your tastebuds to the dining room at Din Tai Fung! The crisp cucumber is lightly salted and dressed with aromatic sesame oil, chili oil, and a hint of sweetness. A chef-made recipe to help you recreate this popular DTF dish at home.

Updated at: Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:35:17 GMT