Spicy Peanut Cucumbers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
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2 large English cucumbers, sliced into thick circles about 8 mm wide
→ Seasonings
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1/2 teaspoon of salt
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2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon of honey
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1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
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1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
→ Extras
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1/2 cup of roasted and chopped peanuts
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2 tablespoons of peanut butter
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2 cloves of garlic, minced finely
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2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Toss the cucumber slices with some salt in a bowl. After that, move the slices to a colander to drain excess water for about an hour before use.
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Grab a small bowl and combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, peanut butter, honey, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir it all together until smooth and fully mixed.
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After the cucumbers are drained, place them in a large bowl. Add the dressing, peanuts, and parsley, then toss everything so it’s well-coated. Serve it up right away.
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If prepping in advance, cover the dish and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Before serving, let it warm to room temperature and give it a good mix since the peanut dressing might settle at the bottom.
# Notes:
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To enhance the flavor, try toasting the peanuts before chopping them.