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Oi Muchim

Cultural Context

Oi Muchim is a popular Korean side dish that highlights the refreshing crunch of cucumbers, often served at meals to balance richer flavors. Traditionally enjoyed during the hot summer months, this salad embodies the Korean approach to using seasonal ingredients. Today, Oi Muchim has gained international popularity, often found in Korean restaurants worldwide, celebrated for its vibrant flavors and simplicity.

KoreanKRside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg Korean cucumber or any pickling cucumbers
1 tablespoon salt
4 tablespoons Korean red chili pepper flakes gochugaru
3 tablespoons chopped scallion
1 tablespoon garlic minced
4 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili can provide a different flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey offers natural sweetness.

1

Clean and slice the cucumber.

2

Salt the cucumber and let it sit.

3

Prepare the ingredients needed.

4

Drain the salted cucumber.

5

Season the cucumber with the remaining ingredients.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmixing

Equipment Needed

bowlknifecutting boardspoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegangluten-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad
Local Name: 오이무침

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