Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

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Step 1

Thinly slice the cucumbers and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for about 10-15 minutes.

Step 2

Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain them well.

Step 3

Squeeze out any extra water.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, Korean red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir everything together until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 5

In a larger bowl, mix the cucumbers and chopped green onions.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss everything together so the cucumbers are well coated.

Step 7

Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 8

Just before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad.

Step 9

For added flavor, you can garnish with fresh cilantro if you’d like.