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Oinaengguk (Korean Chilled Cucumber Soup)

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Oinaengguk is a Korean chilled cucumber soup made with vinegar and garlic for a refreshing, light vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 24
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 3 cups cold water
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

Mandolin Slicer
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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Place sliced cucumbers in a large bowl.
  2. Add cold water, rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and salt.
  3. Stir gently until sugar dissolves and flavors are combined.
  4. Chill for 10-15 minutes before serving if desired.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.003gSodium: 96mgPotassium: 197mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Serve very cold for best flavor.
Adjust vinegar and sugar to taste.
Best enjoyed the same day.

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