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Cucumber Kimchi Side

Crunchy cucumbers turn into a quick kimchi-style side with garlic, chili, scallions, and a fresh sesame finish.

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Cucumber Kimchi Side plated Korean meal

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Cucumber Kimchi Side

Yield4
Prep35 min
Cook
Total35 min

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Ingredients

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Method

5 steps

  1. 1

    Toss cucumbers with salt and let them stand for 15 minutes. Drain any released liquid.

  2. 2

    Mix scallions, garlic, gochugaru, fish sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and sesame seeds.

  3. 3

    Add cucumbers and toss until evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Chill for 20 minutes so the flavors settle.

  5. 5

    Serve cold or cool as a side with rice and grilled dishes.