Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Salad)

Servings: 4
Ingredients
• 1 Korean cucumber or 2 Kirby pickling cucumbers
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon Korean hot pepper flakes gochugaru – use less if desired
• 1 tablespoon chopped scallion
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
1. Thinly slice the cucumber (1/8 to 1/4-inch thick). Toss gently with salt and set aside for 15 -20
minutes.

2. Drain excess liquid. Avoid squeezing them because they will bruise. Mix well with all of the
remaining ingredients.