{"id":22473,"date":"2022-06-29T11:45:44","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T11:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/?p=22473"},"modified":"2022-06-29T11:45:47","modified_gmt":"2022-06-29T11:45:47","slug":"smashed-cucumber","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/smashed-cucumber\/","title":{"rendered":"Smashed Cucumber Salad (\u62cd\u9ec4\u74dc)"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<p><em>Cracked with force and seasoned with bold flavours, Chinese smashed cucumber salad is a quick, fun and refreshing dish to make.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chinese-smashed-cucumber-salad-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"smashed cucumber salad with chilli oil on the side\" class=\"wp-image-22464\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#what-is-smashed-cucumber\">What is smashed cucumber<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#top-tips\">Top tips<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#which-type-of-cucumber\">Which type of cucumber<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-and-how-to-smash\">Why and how to smash<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-make-the-dish\">How to make the dish <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-to-serve-with\">What to serve with<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#make-your-own-chili-oil\">Make your own chili oil<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#recipe-faqs\">Recipe FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#other-appetizers-to-try\">Other appetizers to try<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%93%8b-recipe-card\">&#128203; Recipe card<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-smashed-cucumber\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What is smashed cucumber<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/tomato-egg-stir-fry\/\">Tomato &amp; Egg Stir-fry<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/egg-fried-rice\/\">Egg Fried Rice<\/a> and many other <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/quick-easy-recipes\/\">quick &amp; easy Chinese dishes<\/a>, Smashed Cucumber Salad (<em>P&#257;i Hu&aacute;ng Gu&#257;\/&#25293;&#40644;&#29916;<\/em>) is popular nationwide in China (not just in <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/sichuan-recipes\/\">Sichuan cuisine<\/a>). You can find it on family dinner tables, in small street cafes and in upscale restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The basic idea of the dish is to smash a whole cucumber hard, usually with the side of a cleaver, and then cut it into small pieces before seasoning it with a tangy, savoury dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regional variations exist. But no matter how the flavour combinations differ, they all share the same &ldquo;smashing&rdquo; feature. As simple as can be,it&rsquo;s one of <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/recipes-for-beginners\/\">the most beginner-friendly Chinese recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-tips\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Top tips<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/smashed-cucumber-salad-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"cucumber salad with a spicy dressing\" class=\"wp-image-22469\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before I explain all elements of the dish&zwnj;, I&rsquo;d like to point out a few tips to help you make the best-tasting smashed cucumber salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#ecf4f2\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>Pick the freshest cucumber for a crispy texture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt the cucumber before dressing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let it rest for a couple of minutes after seasoning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spice it up with good quality chilli oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-type-of-cucumber\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Which type of cucumber<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In China, cucumbers used in this salad are usually dark-coloured, thin-skinned and have spiky bumps (<em>as shown in the image below that I took on one of my Culinary Tours of China<\/em>). They&rsquo;re much crispier than the regular cucumber found in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cucumbers-in-market-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"a big pile of cucumbers\" class=\"wp-image-22472\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/cucumber-varieties-4069657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">other types of cucumber<\/a> work for this recipe too, such as English cucumber, Persian cucumber, Kirby cucumber, American cucumber, etc. If the one you use has a waxy coating or a very thick, chewy skin, I suggest you peel it first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regardless of the type,<\/strong> <strong>freshness is a critical factor<\/strong> to consider. The fresher a cucumber is the better it tastes and the crunchier the texture. When picking the cucumbers, feel their firmness with your fingers. If they yield when pinched, they probably aren&rsquo;t fresh enough.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-and-how-to-smash\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Why and how to smash<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the purpose of smashing? You may wonder. According to my dad who always makes cucumber salad this way, &ldquo;Because it&rsquo;s a fast way to turn a whole cucumber into small pieces.&rdquo;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides my dad&rsquo;s practical intention, I think the reason behind it is similar to why Chinese cooks <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-cabbage-stir-fry\/\">tear cabbage leaves<\/a>, instead of cutting them with a knife. The smashing action creates natural cracks leaving <strong>uneven surfaces that are better at absorbing seasonings<\/strong> than flat surfaces cut by knives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/smashing-cucumber-with-cleaver-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"smashing cucumber with a cleaver\" class=\"wp-image-22471\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To smash a cucumber, Chinese chefs and home cooks would use <strong>a cleaver<\/strong>. If you don&rsquo;t have one, use <strong>a rolling pin or a meat pounder<\/strong> (meat mallet) instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lay the cucumber flat on a sturdy chopping board. Use the side of the cleaver to hit it. The cucumber will naturally split lengthways into 3 or 4 parts. Then cut it crosswise into bite-sized pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/chopped-cucumber-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"cutting cucumber into pieces\" class=\"wp-image-22466\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>By the way, I <strong>don&rsquo;t remove the seeds<\/strong> before seasoning as they are tasty and nutritious (Little food waste happens in a Chinese kitchen).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make-the-dish\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How to make the dish <\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: salt the cucumber<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Adding-salt-to-cucumber-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"adding salt to cucumber\" class=\"wp-image-22461\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After you smash and chop the cucumber into small pieces, transfer them into a bowl (a large one will make tossing in the late step easier). Sprinkle a good amount of salt then mix to coat the cucumber evenly. Leave to rest for about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While resting, the cucumber will sweat. Some of the water will be extracted and the salty taste will go into the flesh. Before seasoning, remember to drain off the liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This process isn&rsquo;t compulsory <\/strong>(I skip it when I&rsquo;m in a hurry). That said, I do recommend you do so if time permits, as I find the salted version tastes a little better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: make a dressing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To season smashed cucumber, you only need a few<a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/10-must-have-chinese-condiments\/\"> common Chinese condiments<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ingredients-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients: light soy sauce, sesame oil, chilli oil, black rice vinegar, garlic and sugar\" class=\"wp-image-22468\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/soy-sauce\/\">Soy sauce<\/a><\/strong>. It provides a savoury and umami taste to the dish. Use the light version (<em>Sh&#275;ng Ch&#333;u\/&#29983;&#25277;<\/em>) or the regular one that&rsquo;s simply labelled as soy sauce. Dark soy sauce (<em>L&#462;o Ch&#333;u\/&#32769;&#25277;<\/em>) isn&rsquo;t suitable for cold dishes like this one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-rice-vinegar\/\">Black rice vinegar<\/a><\/strong>. It&rsquo;s indispensable for my version of smashed cucumber. Tandy and fragrant, it adds more depth to the flavour. <strong>Chinkiang (Zhenjiang) vinegar<\/strong> (<em>&#38215;&#27743;&#39321;&#37259;<\/em>) is one of the best varieties that can be easily found in Chinese stores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sesame oil<\/strong>. Commonly used in Chinese cold dishes, it provides a distinctive aroma and a nutty flavour which effectively elevate the general taste. Make sure you use the Asian\/Chinese type which is made from toasted sesame seeds and has an amber colour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic.<\/strong> Mince some fresh garlic and mix it with the seasonings. If you adore the flavour of ginger, add a little too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar<\/strong>. It&rsquo;s added to enhance the umami taste. A pinch would be enough. You may replace it with a drop of honey or omit it altogether.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-chilli-oil\/\">Chili oil<\/a><\/strong>. Chinese smashed cucumber salad isn&rsquo;t always dressed with chili oil. But I highly recommend you include it. Read more about how to make it yourself in later sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sichuan pepper oil (optional). A condiment made of <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/sichuan-pepper-guide\/\">Sichuan pepper<\/a>, it adds a pleasant numbing effect on your palate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#128718; <strong>Gluten-free substitutes<\/strong>: Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to replace light soy sauce. Substitute black rice vinegar, which contains wheat, with other gluten-free vinegar, or fresh lime\/lemon juice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: season and mix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/adding-sauce-to-cucumber-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"adding soy sauce to cucumber\" class=\"wp-image-22462\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After salting and draining, add all the seasoning ingredients to the cucumber. Give everything a good toss to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a better taste, I suggest you let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving. This allows the flavour to penetrate further into the vegetable. That said, do not leave it for too long though as the crispiness will be reduced over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-serve-with\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What to serve with<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/smashed-cucumber-with-dressing-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"chinese smashed cucumber salad\" class=\"wp-image-22470\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Smashed cucumber salad appears on our dinner table very often. Usually, I include it in a typical Chinese dinner for four consisting of a cold dish like this one, two to three hot dishes (<a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/stir-fry-recipes\/\">stir-fries<\/a>, braised or steamed dishes, soups, etc.) and some staples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, for last Saturday&rsquo;s dinner, I paired it with <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/red-cooked-pork-belly\/\">red-cooked pork belly<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/king-oyster-mushroom-garlic-sauce\/\">garlic sauce mushroom<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/egg-drop-soup\/\">egg drop soup<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/jasmine-rice-on-stove\/\">steamed jasmine rice<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, prepare a bigger portion and serve this salad as a side dish for Western-style meals. It also makes a great accompaniment to barbeque food. When in China, I always order it when having <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-lamb-skewers\/\">Xinjiang-style grilled lamb skewers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-your-own-chili-oil\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Make your own chili oil<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What type of chilli oil to use? You may ask. The most common one used in this dish is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-chilli-oil\/\">classic Chinese chili oil<\/a> that&rsquo;s made with dried chili and oil infused with aromatics and spices<\/strong>. My favourite ought to be the homemade version, a must-have condiment in my kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-chilli-oil\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil.jpg\" alt=\"spoon pouring chinese chilli oil.\" class=\"wp-image-21729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Chinese-chilli-oil-360x360.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven&rsquo;t made it, this is a good opportunity to try it. Apart from being added to smashed cucumber, it makes so many dishes extra delicious. You can use it to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/dumpling-sauces\/\">dipping sauces<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/dumpling-guide\/\">dumplings<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spice up <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/rice-recipes\/\">rice dishes<\/a>, e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/pork-fried-rice\/\">pork fried rice<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Season <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/noodle-recipes\/\">noodle dishes<\/a>, e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/dan-dan-noodles\/\">Dan Dan noodles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add a kick to <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/soup-stew-recipes\/\">soups<\/a>, e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/pork-wonton-soup\/\">wonton soup<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dress cold appetisers, e.g. <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/mouth-watering-chicken\/\">Sichuan mouthwatering chicken<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread over <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/mantou-steamed-buns\/\">steamed buns<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/spring-onion-pancake\/\">scallion pancakes<\/a>, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, use any other types of chili oil you&rsquo;ve already got in the pantry. Test a few times with different versions, then you&rsquo;ll find the best variety and the right quantity that suits your taste the best.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recipe-faqs\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Recipe FAQs<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1656502623893\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: I find it messy to smash cucumbers. Any tips?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: It can be a little messy as some water and bits would splash out when smashing. The solution is to slide the cucumber into a plastic bag and then hit it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1656500503306\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Are there other ways to make Chinese cucumber salad?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Yes! I have another blog post featuring <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-cucumber-salad-three-ways\/\">three cucumber salads<\/a> with different cutting methods and dressings (including another version of smashed cucumber).<a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-cucumber-salad-three-ways\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1642\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Chinese-cucumber-salad-0-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Three plates of cucumber salad\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"><\/a><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1656502641147\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Can I use this dressing formula to season other vegetables?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Absolutely! It can be used to season raw vegetables, blanched vegetables, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/silken-tofu-salad\/\">silken tofu<\/a>, cooked meat, <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/cold-noodles-with-sichuan-dressing\/\">cold noodles<\/a>, etc. You can also use it as a dumpling dipping sauce.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-appetizers-to-try\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Other appetizers to try<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\"><header><innerblocks class=\"block-post-listing__title cwp-inner\" template='[[\"core\\\/heading\",{\"level\":2,\"placeholder\":\"Title Goes Here\"}]]' allowedblocks='[\"core\\\/heading\",\"core\\\/paragraph\"]'><\/innerblocks><\/header><div class=\"block-post-listing__inner\"><article class=\"post-summary\"><div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/silken-tofu-salad\/\" 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class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cracked with force and seasoned with bold flavours, Chinese smashed cucumber salad is a quick, fun and refreshing dish to make.<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-none\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container 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<\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cloves<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">minced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 tablespoon light soy sauce\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/soy-sauce\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\">light soy sauce<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;&frac12; 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<\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sesame oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 pinch sugar\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pinch<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Chinese chili oil, to taste\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-chilli-oil\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\">Chinese chili oil<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to taste<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Sichuan pepper oil, optional\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Sichuan pepper oil<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">optional<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-22475-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-22475-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22475\"><h3 id=\"recipe-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22475-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place cucumber onto a chopping board. Use the side of a cleaver, or a rolling pin\/a meat pounder, to smash it. Make sure the pressure is enough to crack it open by one stroke, instead of pounding it multiple times on one spot. Then cut it crosswise into bite-sized pieces.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22475-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer the cucumber to a bowl. Sprinkle evenly with salt. Leave to rest for 10 minutes or so. Then drain away the water extracted by the salt (see note).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22475-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add light soy sauce, black rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, chilli oil and Sichuan pepper oil if using. Toss very well to evenly distribute the seasonings.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-22475-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Enjoy it right away or let it sit for 2 minutes before serving (The flavour will penetrate further into the cucumber).<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-22475-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">The salting process isn&rsquo;t compulsory if you&rsquo;re in a hurry. If you skip this step, add half of the salt (&#8539; tsp) when seasoning the cucumber.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-privatenotes\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-private-notes-wrapper\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-private-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Your Recipe Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-internal-container wprm-internal-container-private-notes\" style=\"padding: 0px;border-radius: 0px;\"><div class=\"wprm-private-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"22475\"><div class=\"wprm-private-notes-placeholder\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\">&#9997;&#65039; Write here<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wprm-private-notes-user\"><\/div><textarea class=\"wprm-private-notes-input\" aria-label=\"Your own private notes about this recipe\"><\/textarea><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-22475-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span 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