This Chinese smashed cucumber salad combines crisp cucumber with garlic, black vinegar and a spicy dressing that delivers the perfect balance of freshness, tanginess and heat.
Finished with Sim Sim Food Studio Signature Chilli Oil, this classic-style cucumber dish is simple to prepare and works beautifully as a light appetiser or cooling side.
Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 1-2
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- Garlic (minced)
- Coriander (chopped)
- Sesame seeds
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Fish sauce
- Chinese black vinegar
- Sim Sim Food Studio Signature Chilli Oil
How to Make Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad
1. Prepare the cucumber: Cut the cucumber into large chunks. Place the cucumber into a zip-lock bag and gently smash using a rolling pin or heavy object until slightly broken and uneven. Place the smashed cucumber into a mixing bowl.
2. Make the dressing: Add garlic, chopped coriander, black vinegar, fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil and a spoonful of Chilli Oil.
3. Toss and serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Mix everything well until evenly coated in the dressing. Serve immediately.
