Seasoned Cucumber 오이무침 Oi Muchim

So I'm nearing the end of the week and it is still VERY hot in Korea so I think I need to keep on coming up with recipes that are summer coolers.

The recipe today is going to be spicy and refreshing for the summer, something to wake you up from all the heat that is around you. The side dish his called Oi Muchim (오이무침) and it is seasoned cucumbers. The dish is perfect for the summer when you want to bite into something crispy and fresh.

The dish is super easy to make and as follows:

Ingredients
1 Korean cucumber or 2 pickling cucumbers
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Korean hot pepper flakes (gochugaru)
1 tablespoon chopped scallion
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon vinegar
½ teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Method
1. Thinly slice the cucumber.
2. Toss gently with salt and set aside for 15 - 20 minutes.
3. Drain excess liquid. (Avoid squeezing them because they will bruise.)
4. Mix well with all remaining ingredients.

A simple and easy side dish to serve in the summer without all the effort.




And there you have it, a simple side dish to serve in the summer to rid the horrendous heat. And as a heads up tomorrow will be the last day of week long posting so keep that in mind. And until tomorrow keep warm, happy and healthy.