Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare Cucumber: Wash and pat dry the cucumbers. Lay them on a cutting board and smack them with the side of a knife or a cleaver until they crack open. Cut into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a bowl.250 g Lebanese cucumber
- Cure the Cucumber: Toss with sugar let sit for 10 minutes to draw out water. Drain excess liquid.1 tsp sugar
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, mix garlic, soy sauce, black vinegar, blended sesame oil, chilli oil and sesame seed (if using). Stir well to combine.2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp black vinegar (Chinkiang vinegar), 1 tsp blended sesame oil (香油), 1 tsp chilli oil, white sesame seeds
- Assemble: Pour the dressing over the cucumbers and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes (optimal flavour after approx. 1 hour if allowed) for the flavours to meld.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with coriander, if desired.coriander