Chinese Cucumber Salad is a refreshing dish in Chinese cuisine. It features thinly sliced cucumbers with a sweet, sour, and savory dressing, often garnished with sesame seeds or cilantro. Perfect as a side or snack, it's easy to make and offers a burst of flavors.
How to Make Chinese Cucumber Salad
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
Wash and dry the cucumbers, then place them in a resealable plastic bag. Seal and use the palm of your hand or a rolling pin to lightly smash the cucumbers.
Take the cucumbers out of the bag, remove the ends, and slice them or cut them into 1-inch chunks. Add to a bowl and season with kosher salt. Toss to coat. In a medium bowl, combine the Chinkiang vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chili oil.
Whisk to dissolve the sugar. Add the cucumbers, then toss and garnish with the toasted sesame seeds and cilantro, if desired. Serve the Chinese cucumber salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. Enjoy!
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Recipe
Easy Chinese Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
- 2 Medium English cucumbers , seeded or unseeded, ends removed
- 1 clove of garlic , finely grated
- 4 teaspoons Chinkiang vinegar or rice vinegar
- 4 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil; adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Homemade chili oil or store-bought chili oil , or peanut oil
- A small handful of whole cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers, then place them in a resealable plastic bag. Seal and use the palm of your hand or a rolling pin to lightly smash the cucumbers.
- Take the cucumbers out of the bag, remove the ends, and sliced them or cut them into 1-inch chunks. Add to a bowl and season with kosher salt. Toss to coat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Chinkiang vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and chili oil. Whisk to dissolve the sugar.
- Add the cucumbers, then toss and garnish with the toasted sesame seeds and cilantro, if desired.
- Serve the Chinese cucumber salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using standard data sources. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes. This information is for general reference only and should not be considered a substitute for professional dietary advice.
