{"id":19964,"date":"2025-11-11T15:43:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T15:43:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes-u.arbweb.info\/?p=19964"},"modified":"2025-11-11T15:43:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T15:43:34","slug":"the-creativity-of-the-spiral-cucumber-an-unforgettable-visual-and-taste-feast-where-freshness-meets-heat-in-every-carefully-wrapped-piece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cocinacasera.arbweb.info\/es\/the-creativity-of-the-spiral-cucumber-an-unforgettable-visual-and-taste-feast-where-freshness-meets-heat-in-every-carefully-wrapped-piece\/","title":{"rendered":"The creativity of the spiral cucumber: an unforgettable visual and taste feast, where freshness meets heat in every carefully wrapped piece."},"content":{"rendered":"

To prepare the Spicy Cucumber Salad similar to the picture, here is the recipe in detail:
\nIngredients:
\nFor the cucumbers:
\n4-5 small cucumbers (such as Lebanese or English cucumbers), washed well.
\nFor the sauce:
\n2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
\n2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or white vinegar).
\n1 tablespoon soy sauce.
\n1-2 teaspoons sesame oil.
\n1-2 teaspoons chili oil or chili flakes, as desired.
\n1 teaspoon sugar (or to taste).
\nA pinch of salt (to taste, taking into account the saltiness of the soy sauce).
\nToasted sesame seeds for garnish.
\nFresh chopped coriander (optional for garnish).
\nDirections:<\/p>\n

Prepare the cucumbers:
\nWash the cucumbers well. You can partially peel them or leave them with the peel, as desired.
\nTo achieve the distinctive spiral shape in the photo, place the cucumber on a flat surface and place chopsticks (or anything thin and flat) on either side to prevent the knife from reaching the bottom.
\nStart by cutting the cucumber diagonally along the length of the cucumber without completely separating the slices.
\nTurn the cucumber over and repeat the diagonal cut in the opposite direction to achieve the spiral shape.
\nIf you can\u2019t achieve the spiral shape, you can simply cut the cucumber into thin slices or small pieces.
\nPlace the sliced \u200b\u200bcucumber in a large bowl.
\nAdd a pinch of salt to the cucumber and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to release some of the liquid, then drain the excess liquid. This step helps make the cucumber crispier.
\nPrepare the sauce:
\nIn a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili oil (or chili flakes), and sugar.
\nTaste the sauce and adjust the salt and sugar to your taste.
\nMix the ingredients:
\nPour the sauce over the drained cucumber.
\nToss the cucumbers well with the sauce until they are completely coated.
\nServing:
\nTransfer the spicy cucumber salad to a serving plate.
\nGarnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped cilantro (if using).
\nServe immediately or refrigerate slightly before serving to enhance the flavors.<\/p>\n

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