Description
Looking for a refreshing and zesty side dish that adds a kick to your summer meals? This Spicy Cucumbers recipe combines the crispness of fresh cucumbers with a fiery blend of spices, creating an irresistible burst of flavor. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or as a quick snack, these cucumbers are marinated in a tangy dressing that balances heat and sweetness.
Ingredients
- Fresh cucumbers
- Red pepper flakes
- Rice vinegar
- Sugar
- Salt
- Sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and dry fresh cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them thinly into rounds or half-moons.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sugar, salt, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the cucumber slices to the marinade and toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg