@nenawithluv: Episode 6: Easy Asian Veggies 🌱 🥒 smashed cucumber salad 🌶️ Ingredients 1 lb mini cucumbers 1/2 tsp kosher salt to draw out moisture Dressing 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar can sub with rice vinegar or ACV 2 tsp sugar 2 garlic cloves, finely minced sesame seeds to taste Optional: chili oil Instructions 1. Cut off ends of mini cucumbers. With the side of a large knife, smash cucumbers on a cutting board a few times until they’re slightly flattened and broken up. 2. Cut cucumbers into 1”-1.5” thick diagonal strips. Transfer to a bowl. Add salt and massage. Let cucumbers sit for 5-10 minutes to draw out excess liquid. While waiting, prep the dressing. 3. After 5-10 minutes, discard liquid and thoroughly rinse under cold running water to remove excess salt or it'll be too salty. Strain and pat dry, removing as much excess water as possible. 4. Add cucumbers to a container, add dressing, mix well, taste and adjust. Enjoy! 🌱 Be sure to follow and come back for more easy and flavor packed recipes to help you eat more veggies! Which dish do you want to see next? 🗳️Vote on IG @/nenacreates by 11/30 10:00 pm PT 🥬 Japanese cabbage salad 🌶️ Korean radish kimchi 🥒 Lao soop paak (vegetable salad)

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