涼伴黃瓜 Taiwanese cold cucumber mix side dish

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium content while maintaining flavor.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat profile.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides a similar tang with added health benefits.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili can enhance flavor without added preservatives.

Wash cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds.

Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

In a bowl, mix minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and red chili flakes.

Add the drained cucumber slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the dressing.

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to enhance flavors.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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