Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Side)

Name: Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Side)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 medium English cucumbers (or Persian cucumbers), thinly sliced; 1 tsp kosher salt (for drawing moisture); 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp soy sauce; 2 tsp rice vinegar; 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

A refreshing Korean cucumber banchan seasoned with gochugaru, garlic, and sesame oil. Quick to make, bright and crunchy with a satisfying kick.

15 minEasyServes 470 cal/serving

KoreanSideNo-CookVeganLow CarbDairy-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

2 medium English cucumbers (or Persian cucumbers), thinly sliced
1 tsp kosher salt (for drawing moisture)
2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp soy sauce
2 tsp rice vinegar
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp granulated sugar
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

1

Place 2 medium thinly sliced English cucumbers (or Persian cucumbers) in a colander and toss with 1 tsp kosher salt (for drawing moisture). Let stand for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes), 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tsp soy sauce, 2 tsp rice vinegar, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1 tsp granulated sugar.
3

Add the drained cucumbers and 2 thinly sliced scallions to the bowl. Toss well to coat.
4

Sprinkle with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a colder, more marinated flavor.

Questions

Can I make Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Side) gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Side) keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Oi Muchim (Spicy Cucumber Side)?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. There is no cooking pitfall here; the quantities simply scale.

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