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Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad for Summer Bliss

Delight in the vibrant crunch of Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad, a refreshing and tangy vegetarian option perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 pieces Persian Cucumbers Substitute with English cucumbers if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Essential for enhancing flavor
  • 1 piece Fresno Chile Pepper Swap with red bell pepper for milder heat
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can be replaced with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can use honey or agave syrup as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin Mix of sugar and white wine can mimic its flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Opt for toasted for richer flavor
  • 1 clove Garlic Use minced or fresh cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Oil Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the Persian cucumbers into thin rounds, sprinkle with kosher salt, toss gently, and allow to sit for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. After 30 minutes, rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. Whisk together rice vinegar, mirin, sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt until sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Toss the dried cucumbers in the dressing, cover, and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to marinate.
  5. Serve the marinated cucumbers on a plate, adjust seasoning if needed, drizzle with chili oil and garnish with minced Fresno chile pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Letting the cucumbers marinate overnight enhances flavor. Always use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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