Braised Cucumber in Sauce

Braised Cucumber in Sauce

This refreshing and crunchy sesame cucumber salad is a must-try dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Thinly sliced cucumber is expertly cut into delicate "clothing" strips for an elegant presentation, then lightly pickled with salt and vinegar to enhance its crisp texture. The star of the dish is the rich, aromatic sesame sauce—made with toasted sesame, fragrant oil, and a hint of salt—that coats every bite. Topped with vibrant red bell pepper and freshly minced garlic, this salad bursts with fresh, savory, and nutty flavors. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning and flavorful culinary experience. Quick to prepare yet impressive, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the natural crunch of cucumbers with a savory sesame twist!

34 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings
Recipe Cold Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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cucumber
1 medium (about 300g)

The aromatics

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red bell pepper
1 small (about 50g)
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garlic
2 cloves (about 5g)

The sauce & seasonings

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sesame
2 tablespoons
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salt
to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
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white vinegar
1 tablespoon
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fragrant oil
1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Wash the cucumber repeatedly, place two chopsticks on both sides of the cucumber, and cut from right to left with the knife at a 90° angle to the chopsticks. The thinner the slices, the longer the cucumber will be. Cut the entire cucumber from right to left and remove both ends.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Flip the cut cucumber over with your hand, with the originally cut side facing down, and place the chopsticks on both sides of the cucumber. Cut from right to left at an angle of about 45° to the chopsticks, cutting the cucumber into thin slices. Gently pull the slices to create the perfect “clothing”.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Place the cut “clothing” in a bowl, add a small amount of salt for pickling, and then add a small amount of white vinegar. After pickling with salt and vinegar, squeeze out the water to make the cucumber crunchier. While pickling the cucumber, prepare the sesame sauce by taking two spoonfuls of sesame and placing them in a bowl, adding a small amount of salt to taste.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Add an appropriate amount of fragrant oil to dissolve the sesame, making it more fragrant and easier to mix. Cut the red bell pepper into small diced pieces and mince the garlic. Sprinkle the diced bell pepper and minced garlic on top, pour the sesame sauce over, and it is ready to be enjoyed.

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