Smashed cucumber salad



Ingredients

  • About 2 pounds thin-skinned cucumbers like English or Persian (8 to 10 mini cucumbers, 4 medium-size or 2 large greenhouse)

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for cucumbers

  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, plus more for cucumbers

  • 1 ½ tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil

  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon grapeseed or extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced or put through a press

  • Red pepper flakes, to taste

  • Small handful whole cilantro leaves, for garnish

  • 2 teaspoons toasted white sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

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