Cold Dishes
Quick Pickled Cucumber
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10 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This spicy and aromatic Sichuan-style cucumber salad is a refreshing yet bold dish that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Crisp cucumber strips are marinated with salt for extra crunch, then tossed with fragrant minced garlic and a sizzling oil infusion of Sichuan peppercorns, dried chili peppers, or flower peppers for a mouthwatering numbing heat. A splash of vinegar adds tang, while sesame oil and chicken essence deepen the umami richness. Perfect as a zesty appetizer or side dish, this recipe brings the authentic taste of Sichuan cuisine to your table in minutes. The contrast of cool cucumber and fiery spices makes every bite irresistible—ideal for spice lovers craving a fresh, vibrant kick!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
10m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- cucumber 200g
The aromatics
- garlic 2 cloves (约10g)
The sauce & seasonings
- Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
- dried chili peppers 2 pieces
- flower peppers 1 piece
- chicken essence 1/2 tsp
- sesame oil 1 tbsp
- vinegar 2 tbsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Cut the cucumber into strips at an angle and marinate with salt in advance.
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Step 2
Add minced garlic and stir-fry the Sichuan peppercorns, dried chili peppers, or flower peppers in oil until fragrant, then pour the mixture over the garlic and cucumber. Add chicken essence, sesame oil, and vinegar, and mix well.
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Step 3
Serve and enjoy!
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