Best 9 Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, spicy Asian cucumber salad emerges as a tantalizing fusion of flavors and textures, inviting adventurous palates to embark on a vibrant journey. This delectable dish, often gracing tables across Southeast Asia, captivates the senses with its harmonious blend of fiery chilies, refreshing cucumbers, and an array of aromatic spices. Whether served as a refreshing appetizer, a crunchy side dish, or even a light main course, this salad promises an explosion of taste that will leave you craving more. As we delve into the intricacies of this culinary masterpiece, let us uncover the secrets to crafting the perfect spicy Asian cucumber salad, ensuring that every bite ignites your taste buds and leaves you yearning for another helping.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This is a really delicious, light salad.

Provided by sandradxb

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced
2 teaspoons salt
½ cup rice vinegar
¼ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
4 fresh red chile peppers, sliced

Steps:

  • Put the cucumber slices in a colander and sprinkle with salt; set aside to drain for 1 hour.
  • Whisk the vinegar and sugar together until the sugar is dissolved; add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and sesame seeds; stir.
  • Rinse salt off the cucumber slices by running under cold water; place in a large bowl with the sliced red chile peppers. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 780.3 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

SPICY ASIAN CUCUMBERS



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This is one of my favorite ways to prepare cucumbers. Very different from the traditional way.

Provided by JOSIE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large cucumbers - sliced lengthwise, seeds scooped out, and cut into 1/2-inch thick half rounds
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon white sugar
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon hot chili oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers into a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let drain at least 30 minutes. Shake off excess liquid but don't rinse the cucumbers.
  • Whisk soy sauce, sugar, garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, hot chili oil, and red pepper flakes in a salad bowl. Stir in cucumbers to coat with dressing. Chill 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1393.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

SPICY ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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I received this via email update from America's Test Kitchen. I'm looking forward to employing some of our bumper cucumber crop on this.

Provided by MrsDoty

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h32m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
1 red chili pepper, minced (1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
3 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices (looks like a 1/4 moon)
4 scallions, white and light green parts, sliced thin
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaf, chopped
table salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring vinegar and sugar to boil in saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until mixture reduces by half, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk in lime juice, ginger, chile, and sesame oil. Toss in cucumbers, scallions, and basil; season with salt and pepper, and let sit for 10 minutes or up to 1 hour. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 8.6, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 11.2, Protein 2.1

ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound sliced persian cucumbers
2 sliced scallions
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons sliced pickled ginger
1/2 finely chopped red jalapeno
1 tablespoon sesame seends

Steps:

  • Mix 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a medium bowl. Toss with 1 pound sliced Persian cucumbers, 2 sliced scallions, 1/4 cup cilantro, 2 tablespoons sliced pickled ginger, 1/2 finely chopped red jalapeno and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.

SPICY ASIAN CUCUMBERS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Chop 1 English cucumber. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt; let sit 10 minutes. Whisk 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons each sugar and soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, 2 sliced scallions, 1 minced garlic clove and a pinch of red pepper flakes in a large bowl. Drain the cucumber and toss with the dressing; season with salt. Top with chopped cilantro.

CRISP & SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD



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Rice vinegar, sesame oil and cayenne create a sweet-hot Asian flavor that will light up your taste buds! -Alivia Dockery, Jensen Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 small English cucumbers, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 serrano or jalapeno pepper, seeded and thinly sliced, optional
MARINADE:
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and pepper
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Optional toppings: minced fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts and additional sliced green onion

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, mix marinade ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar. Pour over vegetables; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes or overnight., Serve with a slotted spoon. Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASIAN CUCUMBER SALAD



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This colorful Asian cucumber salad makes a simple, cool side dish when we have stir-fry for dinner. -Tari Ambler, Shorewood, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
Dash salt and pepper
1/2 large cucumber, julienned
1/2 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
Black and white sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a serving bowl, combine the vinegar, honey, oil, soy sauce, salt and pepper. Add cucumber and red pepper; stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Garnish with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SPICY ASIAN DRESSING



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Our Spicy Asian Dressing makes this cucumber salad stand out.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound cucumbers (about 3 medium), peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, and sliced 1/2 inch thick
Handful mint leaves
Spicy Asian Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss together all ingredients.

SPICY THAI CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Spicy Thai Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mini Ravindran

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped shallots or 1/4 cup chopped purple onion
1 fresh hot chili pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry roasted peanuts, crushed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Place sliced cucumber on a platter.
  • Meanwhile combine vinegar, sugar, water and salt in a small saucepan and heat until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Place shallots and chili pepper in vinegar mixture and stir.
  • Pour mixture over cucumbers just before serving and sprinkle with peanuts and fresh cilantro.
  • Don't be concerned about the strong smell when heating the vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.8, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 704.9, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 29.9, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp cucumbers. This will ensure that your salad is refreshing and flavorful.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly. This will help them absorb the dressing more easily.
  • Use a variety of spices in your dressing. This will give your salad a complex and flavorful taste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other vegetables, fruits, or nuts to your salad to create a unique and delicious dish.
  • Make sure to chill your salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Spicy Asian cucumber salad is a delicious, refreshing, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad recipe, give this spicy Asian cucumber salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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