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📝 Ingredients
- 2 medium sized cucumbers (about 1 lb total)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons toasted (dark) sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
- 6 basil leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- Peel the cucumbers. Cut them into quarters, lengthwise. (If the seeds are bitter, scrape out the seeds and discard.) Cut the cucumbers again, crosswise, into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
- Place cucumbers into a serving bowl. Sprinkle with salt. Toss with sesame oil, seasoned rice vinegar, basil (if using), and chili flakes. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if using. Did you love this recipe? Let us know with a rating and review!