AI-generated imageQuick Korean Stir-Fried Cucumber Namul (4 Servings)
A simple Korean banchan made by salting, rinsing, squeezing and briefly stir-frying cucumber slices, then adding sesame oil.
Ingredients
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Steps
- 01
Wash and trim the cucumbers, then cut into about 3 mm rounds.
- 02
Toss with 1 tbsp coarse salt for 10 minutes, then rinse once in water.
- 03
Squeeze out moisture using a clean cloth or clean hands.
- 04
Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a hot pan and rapidly toss the cucumber over high heat for about 30 seconds.
- 05
Turn off the heat, mix in 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tsp sesame seeds, and add salt only after tasting.
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Before you cook
Contains sesame. Wash cucumbers and use clean tools. Rinse off salting salt and taste before adding more. Refrigerate within 2 hours at 4°C/40°F or below and eat in 3–4 days.
Allergens: sesame
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