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Oi Muchim 오이무침 CUCUMBER KIMCHI | Spicy Pickled Cucumber. Recipe by Always Yummy!

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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
4 cups cucumbers
2 cloves garlic
4 green onions
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Slice cucumbers thinly and place in a bowl.

2

Sprinkle salt over cucumbers and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.

3

Rinse cucumbers under cold water and drain well.

4

In a separate bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped green onions, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar.

5

Add the drained cucumbers to the mixing bowl.

6

Toss everything together until cucumbers are well coated.

7

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmixing

Equipment Needed

bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

sesame

Also Known As

Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad
Local Name: 오이무침

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