Crispy and Refreshing Cucumber and Onion Salad
Spicy, Sweet, and Irresistible! Make a Simple Cucumber and Onion Salad with This Easy Recipe!
The perfect dish for when you have no appetite! Introducing a magical cucumber and onion salad recipe that’s so delicious with its crispy cucumbers, sweet onions, and a spicy-sweet dressing, you’ll finish a whole bowl of rice. Anyone can easily follow this recipe without special skills.
Main Ingredients
- 2 fresh cucumbers
- 1/2 crisp onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under running water. Slice them thinly or cut them into bite-sized pieces (about 0.5cm thick) and place them in a large bowl. The way you slice the cucumber can affect the texture.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the onion, or cut it into similar bite-sized pieces as the cucumbers. If you find raw onion too pungent, you can soak it in cold water for a bit, then drain before using.
Step 3
Add 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic to the bowl with the prepared cucumbers and onions. The pungent aroma of garlic will enhance the flavor.
Step 4
Add 0.5 Tbsp of granulated sugar for sweetness. Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Step 5
Add 1 Tbsp of gochugaru for a spicy kick. If you prefer it spicier, increase the amount of gochugaru.
Step 6
Add 0.2 tsp of salt to season. Using a little soup soy sauce instead of salt can also offer a different flavor profile.
Step 7
Add 0.5 Tbsp of gochujang for a savory depth of flavor. Gochujang will deepen the overall taste of the seasoning.
Step 8
Add 1 Tbsp of soy sauce, a fundamental seasoning, to adjust the taste.
Step 9
Add 2 Tbsp of vinegar to bring in a refreshing sourness. Vinegar helps maintain the crispness of the cucumbers and onions and cuts through any richness.
Step 10
Add 2 Tbsp of oligodang for shine and sweetness. If you don’t have oligodang, you can substitute it with sugar or corn syrup.
Step 11
Finally, add a generous 1 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Gently rub the sesame seeds between your palms before adding them to enhance their nutty flavor.
Step 12
Now, gently mix everything with your hands to ensure all the seasoning ingredients are evenly distributed on the cucumbers and onions. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumbers mushy. It’s delicious right away, but it tastes even better when chilled in the refrigerator for a while. Your delicious cucumber and onion salad is complete!
