Spicy cucumber kimchee Recipe

Name: Spicy cucumber kimchee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Kirby or Persian Cucumbers; 2 tbsp Sugar; 1 tbsp salt; 1/2 bunch Green onions or Chives; 3 slice Ginger; 1 tbsp Soy Sauce; 1 tbsp Fish Sauce; 2 clove Garlic, crushed or sliced; 4 each Baby carrots, cut into matchsticks; 1 each Scallion or Onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Rice wine vinegar; 1 tbsp Sesame Oil; 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds; 1 1/2 tbsp Garlic chili sauce; 1 tbsp Crushed Red Pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb Kirby or Persian Cucumbers
2 tbsp Sugar
1 tbsp salt
1/2 bunch Green onions or Chives
3 slice Ginger
1 tbsp Soy Sauce
1 tbsp Fish Sauce
2 clove Garlic, crushed or sliced
4 each Baby carrots, cut into matchsticks
1 each Scallion or Onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp Sesame Oil
1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
1 1/2 tbsp Garlic chili sauce
1 tbsp Crushed Red Pepper

1
Slice ends off and quarter cucumber length wise.
2
I cut them in 1/2 again so I have 8 short quartered cucumber pieces.
3
Place in a colander then sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 tablsespoon of sugar.
4
I put the colander in the sink- let sit for 10 mins.
5
Add the remaining ingredients to a glass dish or bowl.
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When 10 mins are up, add cucumber to marinade.
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Let sit for 20 mins, mix ingredients only a couple of times to allow cucumber to yet marinade.
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It's ready to eat!
9
Traditionally, kimchee marinades for days, but this recipe allows you to get your kimchee on.
10
Of course the longer you marinade the better, but I like my cucumber crisp and spicy.
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All ingredients don't need to be exact.
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Add extra soy sauce if you need or take away peppers to fit your taste.
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Either way, you'll be happy you had a little something to go with your Asian dish.

195

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Kirby or Persian Cucumbers, 2 tbsp Sugar, 1 tbsp salt, 1/2 bunch Green onions or Chives, and more.

Yes, Spicy cucumber kimchee falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy cucumber kimchee

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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