Spicy Cucumber Salad With Peanuts |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Try this Thai-inspired salad with chicken or fish. The sugar in the dressing balances the heat of the red pepper. From Cooking Light. (Prep time doesn't include 1 hour for cucumber to drain). Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced (about 4 cups) |
2 teaspoons kosher salt |
1/2 cup rice vinegar |
1/2 cup water |
3 tablespoons sugar |
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
2 tablespoons minced red onions |
1 tablespoon chopped dry roasted peanuts |
Directions:
1. Place the cucumber slices in a colander; sprinkle with salt. Toss well. Drain 1 hour.
2. Place cucumber slices on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Let stand 5 minutes, pressing down occasionally. Rinse and pat dry.
3. Note: Salting the cucumber removes moisture so they'll be more crisp in the salad.
4. Combine vinegar, water, sugar, and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook until reduced to 1/3 cup (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat; cool. Stir in onion.
5. Combine cucumbers and vinegar reduction in a medium bowl; toss well. Sprinkle with peanuts.
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