Korean Cucumber Salad Oi Muchim 오이무침 Recipes

OI MUCHIM (SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD)

Steps:

• Thinly slice the cucumber (1/8 to 1/4-inch thick). Toss gently with salt and set aside for about 15 minutes.
• Drain excess liquid. Avoid squeezing them because they will bruise. Mix well with all of the remaining ingredients. Taste a little and adjust the seasonings if necessary.

EASY KOREAN CUCUMBER SALAD (OI MUCHIM)

Steps:

• Thinly slice the cucumber to about 1/4 inch thickness. Combine all dressing ingredients in a bowl.
• Add the sliced cucumbers to a large mixing bowl. Add onion, green onion, garlic, and dressing over the cucumbers.
• Toss well with your hands or a pair of tongs until the cucumbers are evenly coated, about 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately and enjoy!

KOREAN CUCUMBER SALAD (OI MUCHIM 오이무침)

Steps:

• Slice cucumbers into thin slices. Around 1/8 inch (3 mm).
• Mix soy sauce, vinegar and sugar in a bowl. Pour soy vinegar into the bowl with cucumbers.
• Then, add 1/2 tsp chili powder and sesame seeds. Mix and taste. Add more chili powder if you want. Doing it in this order allows you to taste and control the amount of chili powder based on how spicy you want it.
• Add chopped green onions and mix again.
• YOU ARE DONE!! Serve immediately for the most fresh and crunchy cucumber flavor. You can also let it sit for 10-15 minutes for the cucumbers to absorb the dressing before serving.