Cucumbers in Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe
This refreshing and flavorful recipe features crisp English cucumbers drizzled with a creamy, spicy peanut sauce. Combining savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, sweet honey, and a kick of chili flakes, this dish is garnished with toasted peanuts and fresh parsley for a perfect balance of textures and tastes. It’s a quick, no-cook appetizer or side that brings a delightful Asian-inspired twist to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cucumber
- 2 large English cucumbers, sliced (about 1/3-inch thick)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Spicy Peanut Sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, toasted
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers: Slice the English cucumbers into approximately 1/3-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle them evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of salt to draw out excess moisture and enhance their natural crunch. Let them sit for about 10 minutes, then gently pat dry if needed.
- Toast the Peanuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped peanuts until golden and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, minced garlic, dried red chili flakes, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Toss Cucumbers with Sauce: Pour the peanut sauce over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss until each slice is well coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the toasted peanuts and chopped fresh parsley over the dressed cucumbers for added texture and freshness. Serve immediately or chilled as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes to control the spiciness to your preference.
- Substitute fresh cilantro for parsley if preferred to change the flavor profile.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
- Use crunchy peanut butter if you desire extra texture in the sauce.
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
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