Best 6 Nick Nethongkomes Thai Style Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Nick Netthongkome's Thai-Style Cucumber Salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. Made with fresh cucumbers, shallots, chili peppers, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar, this salad is packed with flavor and is sure to please even the most discerning palate. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy side dish or a flavorful appetizer, Nick Netthongkome's Thai-Style Cucumber Salad is sure to hit the spot. Read on to learn how to make this easy and delicious recipe.

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THAI-STYLE CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a great side dish for any kind of grilled and glazed meat. It is also perfect as an entree for a light dinner.

Provided by Michael Alejandro Genao

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup tamarind juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon fish sauce
¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon toasted Asian sesame oil
¾ teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
1 cucumber, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Whisk together the tamarind juice, cilantro, peanuts, rice vinegar, brown sugar, fish sauce, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, and ginger in a large bowl. Stir in the cucumber. Cover and refrigerate for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 223.1 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This sweet and tangy summer salad of cucumber, cilantro, and peanuts with just a hint of heat is always a hit at picnics and potlucks since it doesn't need to be refrigerated and you're pretty much guaranteed to be the only one bringing this dish!

Provided by camp0433

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon salt
½ cup white sugar
½ cup rice wine vinegar
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
¼ cup chopped cilantro
½ cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • Toss the cucumbers with the salt in a colander, and leave in the sink to drain for 30 minutes. Rinse with cold water, then drain and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Whisk together the sugar and vinegar in a mixing bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Add the cucumbers, jalapeno peppers, and cilantro; toss to combine. Sprinkle chopped peanuts on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 1750.8 mg, Sugar 29.5 g

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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The vegetables in this crunchy, satisfying Thai Cucumber Salad can be tossed together with the tangy rice vinegar dressing a week in advance, leaving nothing more to do before serving than to scatter roasted peanuts and fresh herbs over the top.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield Serves 2 to 4; Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
Kosher salt
1 English cucumber (12 ounces), thinly sliced (2 1/2 cups)
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
1 Thai chile, thinly sliced (seeded for less heat, if desired)
1/4 cup roasted unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh herbs, such as Thai basil, mint, and cilantro, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Bring vinegar, sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and cook until mixture has consistency of syrup, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; let cool completely.
  • Add cucumber, onion, and chile; toss to combine. Let stand until cucumbers absorb liquid, 5 minutes, then toss again. Salad can be refrigerated, covered, up to 1 week. Top with peanuts and herbs just before serving.

NICK NETHONGKOME'S THAI-STYLE CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield About two cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 firm, fresh cucumbers, about 3/4 pound
1 tablespoon finely shredded, trimmed, seeded hot pepper, preferably red
1/4 cup sugar
Salt to taste, if desired
5 tablespoons white vinegar
5 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon shallots sliced as thin as possible
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander

Steps:

  • Trim off the ends of the cucumbers and scrape them. Quarter the cucumbers lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Cut the cucumbers crosswise into thin slices. There should be about two cups. Put the slices into a mixing bowl and add the pepper.
  • Combine the sugar, salt, vinegar, water and shallots in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
  • Pour the sauce over the cucumber mixture and stir. Sprinkle with coriander.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 155, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 958 milligrams, Sugar 31 grams

THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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Our neighbor got this recipe from his fave Thai restaurant. It is so light and refreshing and perfect to serve as a side dish with any Asian dinner. Be sure to use a dried chili pepper to add some heat.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 small cucumbers, seedless, peel on, cut into fourths lengthwise, then slices
shallot, peeled and slice thin
1 Thai red chili pepper, dried chili pepper, cut into small strips, adds heat

Steps:

  • In a small pan over medium heat, bring mixture of water, sugar, vinegar, and salt to a boil. Set aside to cool.
  • Pour over cukes, shallots and chili pepper. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.7, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 586, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 9.4, Protein 1.2

RICK'S THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Rick's Thai Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rickscott

Categories     Thai

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cucumber, sliced and seeded
1/2 onion, yellow sweet, sliced thin
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh chopped
6 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Mix water, vinegar, sugar, and salt.
  • In a serving bowl arrange the cucumber, pepper, cilantro, and onion in layers.
  • Pour the vinegar mixture over the salad.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 220.7, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.1, Protein 0.7

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm cucumbers: This will ensure the salad is crisp and refreshing.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help the cucumbers absorb the dressing better.
  • Chill the cucumbers before assembling the salad: This will make the salad even more refreshing.
  • Use a variety of fresh herbs and vegetables in the salad: This will add flavor and texture.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings: There are many different variations of Thai cucumber salad dressing, so feel free to adjust it to your taste.

Conclusion:

Thai cucumber salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, tangy or sweet, there is a Thai cucumber salad recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give Thai cucumber salad a try.

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