{"id":"2894dd6b-76aa-49c5-b6d9-c2eae8057a16","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/2894dd6b-76aa-49c5-b6d9-c2eae8057a16","source_url":"https://www.thedeliciouscrescent.com/pickled-cucumber-salad/","title":"Pickled Cucumber Salad (Asian Style)","description":"This amazing pickled cucumber salad packs bold flavor and spice into cool, crisp cucumbers. Smashed or sliced, this spiced pickled salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy cucumbers.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT5M","total_time":"PT15M","image_url":"https://www.thedeliciouscrescent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Pickled-Cucumber-Salad-9.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 lb cucumbers (6 Persian cucumbers or 2 English cucumbers, firm and medium size)","item":"cucumbers","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","preparation":"6 Persian cucumbers or 2 English cucumbers, firm and medium size"},{"text":"¾ teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.75,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoons chopped cilantro","item":"chopped cilantro","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoons chopped green onions ((see note))","item":"chopped green onions ((see note))","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1½ tablespoons toasted sesame oil","item":"toasted sesame oil","quantity":1.5,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon black seeds","item":"black seeds","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons sesame seeds","item":"sesame seeds","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper","item":"Aleppo pepper","quantity":2,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon wasabi powder (or grated ginger)","item":"wasabi powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"or grated ginger"},{"text":"2 tablespoons white vinegar (or rice vinegar)","item":"white vinegar","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or rice vinegar"},{"text":"1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce","item":"low-sodium soy sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon sugar","item":"sugar","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Cut the cucumbers into thin slices (about ⅛ inch thick), preferably using a mandolin slicer. Alternatively, smash the cucumbers using a rolling pin or pestle — firm enough to crack the sides open but not crush the interior. See notes below."},{"number":2,"text":"Sprinkle salt over the cucumber slices, toss well, and let rest for 15 minutes until they release some liquid. Drain and set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"Heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add black seeds and sesame seeds and toast lightly. Stir in the Aleppo pepper and turn off the heat. Let it steep in the oil for a couple of minutes until it releases color. Stir in the wasabi, vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar. Mix well."},{"number":4,"text":"Drizzle the dressing over the cucumbers. Add green onions and cilantro, and toss everything together."},{"number":5,"text":"Let the salad rest for about 1 hour before serving, or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:51:45.049143+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:51:45.049143+00:00"}