A Side of Spicy Thai Cukes

Name: A Side of Spicy Thai Cukes
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Makes 2½ cups (260 g)
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon finely sliced fresh hot red chilli or green chili, preferably Thai (deseeded if you prefer less heat); ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 garlic clove, minced; 4 tablespoons rice or white vinegar; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro); 1 tablespoon crushed roasted peanuts for garnish; 2 tablespoons water; 2 small shallots, thinly sliced; 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and diced

Preparation info

Makes
2½ cups

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
10 min

Appears in

Everyday Thai Cooking

By Katie Chin

Published 2013

About

I could munch on this cucumber condiment morning, noon and night. Thai people love to serve a side of cukes to add a crunch and spicy, yet cooling, accompaniment to everything from a savory curry to satay. It’s also excellent with fried rice and spring rolls.

Ingredients

2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and diced
2 small shallots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons finely chopped

Asia
Thailand
Side dish
Snack
Gluten-free
Spicy
Spring
South East Asia
Vegan

Method

In a small bowl whisk together the ingredients for the Dressing.
Combine the cucumber, shallots, fresh coriander leaves, and chili in a medium bowl and toss to combine with the dressing. Garnish with the peanuts.