Author Adapted by Pam - For the Love of Cooking / Original by the Food Network
Equipment
Small Glass Jar with Lid
Chef's Knife
Ingredients
Vinaigrette:
2tbspseasoned rice vinegar
2tspsoy sauce
1tsptoasted sesame oil
1clove of garlic, minced
Salad:
1English cucumber
¼tspsalt
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Instructions
Make the vinaigrette by combining the seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and minced garlic together in a small glass jar. Seal tightly with a lid and shake well; set aside to allow flavors time to mingle.
Prepare the cucumber by quartering the cucumber lengthwise. Place the slices on the cutting board seed side down and lightly smash the skin side of the cucumber with the flat side of your knife, then slice them into 3/4-inch long pieces.
Toss the smashed cucumber pieces with salt and place them into a colander in the sink to drain for 20 minutes.
Prepare the salad by pouring the well-shaken vinaigrette on top then season with crushed red pepper flakes, to taste; toss to coat evenly. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Toss and serve. Enjoy.