Seoul-Ful Chicken With Minted Cucumbers Recipe

Name: Seoul-Ful Chicken With Minted Cucumbers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cucumbers:; 1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 serrano chile, seeded and minced; Chicken:; 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 pounds); 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil; 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; Cooking spray; 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions; 4 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

Servings: persons

Cucumbers:
1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 serrano chile, seeded and minced
Chicken:
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Cooking spray
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
4 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted

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To prepare cucumbers, place cucumber slices in a colander; sprinkle with salt, tossing well. Drain 1 hour. Place cucumber slices on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes, pressing down occasionally. Combine cucumber, shallots, and next 6 ingredients (through chile) in a large bowl; toss gently. Cover and set aside.
2
To prepare chicken, place each chicken thigh between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Combine soy sauce and next 5 ingredients (through garlic) in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken to soy sauce mixture in bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning bag occasionally.
3
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Place 4 thighs in pan; cook 6 minutes on each side or until done. Repeat procedure with remaining 4 thighs. Place 2 thighs and 1/2 cup cucumbers on each of 4 plates; sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon green onions and 1 teaspoon sesame seeds.
4
Wine note: Serve an herbaceous sauvignon blanc to echo the crisp freshness of the dish's cucumber and mint. Chilean versions, like Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2007 ($11), strike a balance between the crisp, green flavors of the New Zealand-style wine and the juicy tropical fruit and melon of California versions in an affordable package. -Jeffery Lindenmuth

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cucumbers:, 1 English cucumber, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced (about 2 1/2 cups), 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Seoul-Ful Chicken With Minted Cucumbers falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Seoul-Ful Chicken With Minted Cucumbers

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