Savory Sichuan Cucumber Salad with Chili Oil Drizzle
This vibrant Sichuan cucumber salad combines crisp cucumbers with a fragrant chili oil drizzle for a spicy and refreshing dish.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Cucumbers
- 1
Slice the cucumbers
Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a large bowl.
- 2
Salt the cucumbers
Sprinkle salt over sliced cucumbers and toss well.
- 3
Rest the cucumbers
Let them sit for 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Preparing the Dressing
- 1
Combine dressing ingredients
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar.
- 2
Dissolve sugar
Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Set dressing aside
Set aside until ready to use.
Preparation Tips
- 1
Important
Be sure to dry cucumbers thoroughly to avoid a soggy salad.
- 2
Pro Tip
Chill the cucumbers in the fridge for extra crunchiness.
How to Make Savory Sichuan Cucumber Salad with Chili Oil Drizzle
Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Make the Chili Oil Drizzle
In a saucepan over low heat, combine chili oil, sesame oil, minced garlic, and Szechuan peppercorns, warming gently for 2-3 minutes.
- 2
Assemble the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine drained cucumbers with prepared dressing, tossing gently.
- 3
Add the Drizzle
Drizzle the warmed chili oil mixture over the top of the tossed salad.
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