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Chinese Chilled Pai Huang Gua (Smashed Cucumber Salad)

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Chinese chilled smashed cucumber salad with garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and soy sauce for a refreshing vegetarian side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 79
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Place cucumbers on a cutting board and gently smash them using the side of a knife.
  2. Cut smashed cucumbers into bite-size pieces and place in a bowl.
  3. Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and salt.
  4. Toss well to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and let rest for 5 minutes before serving

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0.5mgSodium: 279mgPotassium: 433mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 217IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Resting briefly improves flavor absorption.
Adjust vinegar for preferred tanginess.
Serve chilled for best texture.

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