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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

Published on July 31, 2026
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Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4 Servings

Do you enjoy eating spicy food in hot weather? I love the refreshing combination of cool cucumbers and hot chile peppers, as in the case of Korean oi muchim. This quick and easy salad makes a great potluck dish, or a fiery alternative to kosher dill or bread and butter pickles alongside sandwiches. And, of course, it’s excellent alongside Korean BBQ (meat or tofu).

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 1-2 teaspoons gochugaru
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 scallion, chopped
  • 2 Kirby cucumbers, sliced 1/8-inch thick

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except cucumbers in a bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired.
  2. Add cucumber slices and toss to coat (wear gloves and use your hands, or use tongs).
  3. Serve room temperature or chilled.

Recipe Stats

  • Jul 31, 2026
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 0 mins
  • Servings: 4 Servings
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