Ingredients:
• 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of Korean red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• ½ teaspoon of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds
• Fresh cilantro (optional) for garnish
Directions:
1. Prepare the cucumbers:
– Thinly slice the cucumbers and sprinkle them with salt. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes.
– Rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain them well. Squeeze out any extra water.
2. Make the dressing:
– In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, Korean red pepper flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
3. Combine and marinate:
– In a larger bowl, mix the cucumbers with the chopped green onions.
– Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss everything together until well coated.
– Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.
4. Finish and serve:
– Before serving, sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salad.
– If you like, add some fresh cilantro on top for extra flavor. Enjoy!