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Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad
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Instructions
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Place peanut butter, soy sauce, hot sauce and minced garlic in a medium size bowl.
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Stir well until combined.
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Dice your cucumber and place in the bowl.
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Stir to coat the cucumbers in the peanut butter sauce.
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Garnish with sesame seeds.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Cucumber Preparation Technique 🥒Slice cucumbers on a bias at ¼-inch thickness, then salt them lightly 10 minutes before serving to draw out excess moisture while maintaining crispness and allowing better dressing absorption.
- Emulsify Your Dressing 🥄Whisk peanut butter with warm water first to create a smooth base, then slowly incorporate soy sauce and Sriracha to prevent clumping and achieve a silky, cohesive dressing that coats evenly.
- Sesame Seed Toasting Magic ✨Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until fragrant and golden, then reserve half to sprinkle just before serving to maintain maximum crunch and nutty flavor.
- Garlic Flavor Layering 🧄Mince garlic very finely and let it sit in the dressing for 5 minutes to mellow slightly, then add a tiny pinch of minced fresh garlic on top just before serving for bright, aromatic complexity.
- Temperature & Timing Control ⏱️Chill your serving bowl and cucumbers beforehand, then dress the salad no more than 15 minutes before eating to keep cucumbers crisp and prevent the dressing from becoming watered down.
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Low-Cholesterol
Keto Friendly
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