Super Simple Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) by Chef Baek
Easy and Refreshing Baek Jong-won Style Cucumber Salad Recipe
Let’s make a delicious and refreshing cucumber salad! This recipe is quick, simple, and perfect for a light side dish.
Main Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- 1/4 onion
- 1 handful of scallions or green onions
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re making Baek Jong-won’s super simple cucumber salad – a refreshing, sweet, and tangy dish that’s surprisingly clean-tasting. It’s perfect for whetting your appetite!
Step 2
First, wash the cucumber thoroughly. Take a little coarse salt in your palm and gently rub the surface of the cucumber. This helps to make the cucumber crisper and removes any impurities.
Step 3
You’ll notice small bumps or protrusions on the cucumber’s skin. You can gently scrape these off with a peeler or the back of a knife. While this step is optional, doing so will result in a smoother texture and a more pleasant eating experience.
Step 4
Slice the cucumber into thin, round pieces, about 0.5 cm thick. Thinly slice the onion as well. Chop the scallions or green onions finely.
Step 5
Now, let’s prepare the seasoning. In a bowl, combine 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1.5 Tbsp gochugaru, 2 Tbsp vinegar, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp minced garlic, and the chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Step 6
Gently mix the sliced cucumbers and onions with the seasoning. It’s better to use a spoon rather than your hands for mixing. Using your hands can transfer body heat, causing the cucumber to release water. Mixing with a spoon helps maintain the cucumber’s crispness and minimizes wateriness. Once everything is well combined with the dressing, your delicious cucumber salad is ready to enjoy!
