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Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) Recipe

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  • Author: Chuck Underwood
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Be sure to add my new Korean Cucumber Salad to your summer salad rotation! My secret ingredient sends this recipe over the top!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 English cucumber (Persian or Kirbys will work too)
  • 1/4 white onion
  • 1 green onion
  • 1/2 sweet apple (or more to taste)
  • 1 Tbs gochujang Korean Chile paste
  • 1 Tbs toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp gochugaru Korean Chile flakes (optional for more heat)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl whisk together the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, and garlic.  Set aside. 
  2. Slice the cucumber, onion, and apple into 1/4" slices and add to a large bowl with the diced green onion.
  3. Add the dressing and toss to mix well.