Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad
Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) is a crisp, tangy, and spicy side dish made with sliced cucumbers tossed in a flavorful mix of garlic, sesame oil, and Korean chili flakes. It’s quick, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
4 small cucumbers, sliced
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Korean chili flakes (gochugaru)
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice cucumbers. Place in a bowl and toss with salt. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix vinegar, garlic, chili flakes, brown sugar, sesame seeds, and sesame oil.
- Drain excess liquid from cucumbers and toss with the spicy dressing until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Add thinly sliced onions or carrots for extra crunch and color.
- Increase vinegar or sugar to adjust tanginess or sweetness.
- Add a small amount of gochujang for deeper flavor.
- Best served cold; do not reheat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/korean-spicy-cucumber-salad/
