Korean cucumber salad or “oi muchim” is a popular side dish in Korea, with its fresh and spicy taste it is often enjoyed with many different varieties of foods. It is quick to make and prepared in many different ways.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 tsp of salt
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 tbsp of gochugaru(korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 tbsp of rice vinegar
- 1 tsp of sesame oil
- 1 tsp of sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp of soy sauce or ½ tsp gochujang(korean chilli paste)
- Onion (optional)
Procedure
- Add salt onto sliced cucumbers and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Rinse the salt off from the cucumbers with cold water.
- Slice onions and add onto cucumbers along with all other ingredients listed and mix well.
Enjoy!
