Easy Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad | How to make Korean Cucumber Salad | Side Dish Recipe

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: chili powder

💰Cheaper: paprika

Paprika provides color and mild flavor at a lower cost.

Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into thick slices.

Transfer the sliced cucumber into a bowl.

In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by adding 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, 1/2 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder, salt to taste, and 1 teaspoon sugar.

Add 1 teaspoon white vinegar, 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon olive oil to the dressing mixture.

Mix all the dressing ingredients thoroughly until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers and mix well to combine.

Ensure the cucumber slices are thick to maintain crispness; thinner slices will become soggy quickly.

Once mixed, the Korean cucumber salad is ready to serve and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary