Sour and Spicy Snake Skin Cucumber
Cold Dishes

Sour and Spicy Snake Skin Cucumber

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Easy
person 4 servings
Recipe
Sour and Spicy Snake Skin Cucumber

About This Recipe

This Spicy Sichuan ‘Snake Skin Cucumber’ is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines crisp freshness with bold, aromatic spices. Fresh cucumbers are expertly sliced in a unique accordion style, allowing them to absorb a tangy-sweet dressing of soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. The dish gets its signature kick from fragrant fried Sichuan peppercorns and red chili peppers, which add a numbing heat, while minced garlic brings a punch of savory depth. Marinating the cucumbers with salt ensures a perfect crunch, making every bite refreshing yet intensely flavorful. Perfect as an appetizer or side, this dish balances spicy, sour, sweet, and savory notes for an unforgettable taste experience. Quick to prepare yet visually stunning, it’s a must-try for lovers of bold, authentic Sichuan cuisine!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • cucumbers 200-300g
The aromatics
  • garlic 2-3 cloves
The sauce & seasonings
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • red chili peppers 2-3 pieces
  • soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • vinegar 1 tbsp
  • salt to taste
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • oil 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Wash 2-3 fresh cucumbers (about 200-300g) and keep the skin on.
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Step 2
Step 2
Slice the cucumbers into thin pieces, being careful not to cut all the way through (beginners can place two chopsticks on either side of the cucumber for guidance).
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Step 3
Step 3
Flip the cucumber over and slice the other side, again being careful not to cut all the way through.
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Step 4
Step 4
The cucumber should now be partially sliced.
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Step 5
Step 5
Arrange the sliced cucumber on a plate, sprinkle salt in the gaps, and marinate for 10-15 minutes.
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Step 6
Step 6
Rinse off the salt, squeeze out excess water, and sprinkle minced garlic on top.
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Step 7
Step 7
Mix soy sauce, vinegar, salt, and sugar to create a dressing, and pour it over the cucumber.
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Step 8
Step 8
Heat a small amount of oil in a pan, fry Sichuan peppercorns and red chili peppers until fragrant, and pour the mixture over the garlic.
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Step 9
Step 9
A dish of spicy, sour, sweet, and fragrant ‘snake skin cucumber’ is now ready!

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