Spicy Korean-Style Cucumbers

Spicy Korean-style cucumbers make an appetizing snack. The sheer variety of Korean cuisine boggles the mind, even for a seasoned gourmet. There are countless recipes for cucumbers in Korean cooking, and each one is special. It only seems at first glance that Korean cuisine is all about hot spices — connoisseurs will tell you that every dish has its own distinctive aroma. Spicy Korean-style cucumbers are an appetizing snack with the rich, savory taste of toasted sesame seeds and just the right balance of spices. Enjoy!

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Composition / ingredients

Servings:
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Nutrients and energy value of the composition of the recipe
By weight of the composition:
Proteins 12 % 2 g
Fats 18 % 3 g
Carbohydrates 71 % 12 g
67 kcal
GI: 85 / 0 / 15
    1. Halve each cucumber lengthwise and slice into half-moons. Cut the onion into half-rings. Slice the green onion into rounds and finely chop the garlic. 2. Put the cucumbers, onion, and garlic in a deep bowl. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, ground red pepper, sugar, and toasted sesame seeds, and mix everything thoroughly. Enjoy!

Caloric content of the products possible in the composition of the dish

  • Fresh cucumbers - 15  kcal/100g
  • Garlic - 143  kcal/100g
  • Soy sauce - 51  kcal/100g
  • Granulated sugar - 398  kcal/100g
  • Sugar - 398  kcal/100g
  • Green onion - 19  kcal/100g
  • Dried whole sesame seeds - 563  kcal/100g
  • Shelled sesame seed - 582  kcal/100g
  • Onion - 41  kcal/100g
  • Ground red pepper - 318  kcal/100g
  • Sesame oil - 899  kcal/100g

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