How to Make Korean Cucumber Salad

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while being lower in calories.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats, while canola is more budget-friendly.

Slice cucumber into 1/8"-1/4" slices.

Mix together rice vinegar, soy sauce, gochugaru, sugar and minced garlic together in a small bowl. Pour over the cucumber and combine well. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve.

After slicing the cucumber, place in sieve or strainer and pour 1 teaspoon salt over top and let sit for 30 minutes. Rinse with water, then squeeze out any excess water. Finish the recipe as directed. This will keep the cucumbers crunchy.

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