A Chinatown Appetizer: Special Sichuan Cucumbers – a delicious recipe with Cucumber, Soy sauce, Vinegar, Doubanjiang, Ginger. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Snacks & Appetizers
Servings:persons
1
Choose a cucumber that is as straight.
2
Place a chopstick on either side of the cucumber as shown.
3
Make thin slices in the cucumber perpendicular to it up to the chopsticks.
4
Turn the cucumber over, and set the chopsticks on both sides again.
5
Place the uncut side of the cucumber up, and make thin 45 degree cuts along it up to the chopsticks.
6
The knife blade is not flat, it's vertical.
7
Even if it's sliced from top and bottom, the middle is still barely connected.
8
It's easier to eat than my previous version.
9
Bend the cucumber as if a dragon is curling up.
10
Mix the ingredients together and put the curled up cucumber into it.
11
Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours and it's done.
14
kcal
Calories
2
g
Carbs
1
g
Protein
CarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 5 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 long and straight Cucumber, 3 tbsp Soy sauce, 3 tbsp Vinegar, 1 tsp to 1 tablespoon Doubanjiang, and more.
Yes, A Chinatown Appetizer: Special Sichuan Cucumbers falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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