Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe
These Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce are a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines crunchy cucumbers with a zesty, nutty sauce. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Mixing, Draining, Tossing
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large English cucumbers (sliced about 1/3rd inch thick)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spicy Peanut Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Place the sliced cucumbers in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with salt, toss to coat, and let drain in a colander for an hour.
- Make the Spicy Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, garlic, chili flakes, and black pepper.
- Combine and Serve: After draining, mix cucumbers with peanuts, parsley, and sauce. Toss well and serve immediately.
- If Making Ahead: Refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Bring to room temperature and toss before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh for optimal crunch and flavor.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cucumbers, Spicy Peanut Sauce, Asian, Vegetarian, Side Dish
