Photograph of the finished Pai huang gua (smashed cucumber salad)

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Pai huang gua (smashed cucumber salad)

20 min Hands-on time
EasyDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Serves 4 Amounts follow along 4

What to get ready

  • Photograph of Cucumber Cucumber 1.3 lb
  • Photograph of Garlic Garlic 12 cloves
  • Photograph of Zhenjiang Black Vinegar Zhenjiang Black Vinegar 3 ¼ tbsp
  • Photograph of Soy sauce Soy sauce 2 ⅛ tbsp
  • Photograph of Sesame oil Sesame oil 1 ⅓ tbsp
  • Photograph of Red chilli powder Red chilli powder 0.3 oz
  • Photograph of Sugar Sugar 0.4 oz
  • Photograph of Salt Salt 0.3 oz
  • Photograph of Roasted sesame seeds Roasted sesame seeds 0.4 oz

Method

  1. 1 Use the back of a knife to flatten the cucumber lengthwise, then break it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2 Toss the cucumbers with salt, let them sit for 10 minutes to release their water, then drain off the excess water.
  3. 3 Mix black vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
  4. 4 Add chili powder to a little hot oil to make chili oil, then mix it into the sauce.
  5. 5 Mix the cucumber with the sauce, sprinkle with roasted sesame seeds, and refrigerate for 5 minutes before serving.
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