Modu Recipes

Okjubu's Cucumber Salad

A simple side dish of crisp cucumbers mixed with green onions and onion, seasoned with a spicy-sour-savory blend that adds richness and depth.

🙋 Recommended for

  • ⭐ Those looking for a spicy, crunchy side dish to stimulate appetite
  • ⭐ People who want to quickly make a side dish without the soaking step

Ingredients needed 🛒2 servings

  • cucumber 1
  • green onion 1 handful
  • onion 1/4
  • red pepper powder 1 tablespoon
  • sugar a little
  • salt a little
  • minced garlic a little
  • squid sauce 1 tablespoon
  • soy sauce 1 tablespoon
  • sesame oil 0.5 tablespoon
  • toasted sesame seeds a little

Recipe 🍳

  1. Cut the cucumber into round pieces, chop the green onion into bite-sized lengths, and slice the onion thinly.
  2. Place the prepared cucumber, green onion, and onion in a bowl.
  3. Add red pepper powder 1 tablespoon, sugar, salt, minced garlic, squid sauce 1 tablespoon, soy sauce 1 tablespoon, and sesame oil half tablespoon to the bowl, then mix well.
  4. Once the seasoning is evenly distributed, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds to taste for a rich finish.
  1. Cut cucumber, green onion, and onion into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Add the prepared vegetables and seasoning ingredients to a bowl.
  3. Mix until the seasoning is well blended, then sprinkle toasted sesame seeds to finish.

Cooking tips 💡

  • Do not soak the cucumber in salt; this prevents excess moisture and maximizes crispness.
  • For extra tanginess, add a small amount of vinegar to taste if desired.

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