Kimchi-Style Quick Cucumbers
Ingredients
Pine & Pepper Spices
- 14–18 Persian cucumbers
- 2 Tbsp. Fish sauce
- 2 Tbsp. Tamari
- 2 Tbsp. Rice wine vinegar
- 1 cup Daikon radish, chopped
- 6 Scallions, white parts sliced
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh ginger, roughly chopped
Directions
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1
Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise, then cut them into half-moons.
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2
Tip the cucumber slices into a colander, toss with 1 Tbsp. of the Kosher Salt, and let them drain over the sink for 15 minutes so the excess water pulls out.
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3
Transfer the salted cucumbers to a large bowl. Add the Minced Garlic, Freeze Dried Chives, fish sauce, tamari, rice wine vinegar, your chosen seasoning — Piri-Piri Seasoning or Berbere Ethiopian Seasoning — and the remaining 2 Tbsp. of Kosher Salt.
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4
Toss thoroughly, then stir in the daikon, scallions, and fresh ginger.
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5
Pack into clean jars, cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. The flavor deepens over the first day.
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6
Spoon over rice or noodles — or use as a sharp, crunchy topping for burgers, grilled pork chops, or rice bowls. Makes about 8 cups.