Chinese Style Spicy Pickled Cucumbers Recipe

Experience a burst of spicy, tangy flavor with these quick-pickled Chinese cucumbers! Perfect as a vibrant appetizer, crunchy salad addition, or a zingy side dish. Ready in under 2 hours, these pickles will keep for 4-5 days in the fridge, making them a perfect make-ahead snack or party starter. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 247.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Chinese Style Spicy Pickled Cucumbers

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chinese Style Spicy Pickled Cucumbers

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How to Make Chinese Style Spicy Pickled Cucumbers

  1. Cut 2 pounds of cucumbers into 1/2-inch thick wedges. Toss the cucumber wedges with 2 tablespoons of salt and let them stand in a bowl for 20 minutes.
  2. Drain the cucumbers in a colander, rinse them under cold water, and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. In a medium bowl, dissolve 1/2 cup of sugar in 1 cup of white rice vinegar, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the cucumbers and toss gently to coat.
  4. In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over moderately high heat until the oil is just smoking. Add 1 tablespoon of minced gingerroot and 1-2 teaspoons of red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference). Stir-fry for 5-10 seconds, or until the red pepper flakes are several shades darker.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the oil cool completely to room temperature.
  6. Pour the spiced oil over the cucumbers, toss the mixture well, and let it marinate at room temperature for 1 hour.
  7. Refrigerate the cucumbers in an airtight container, stirring occasionally.
  8. Enjoy your spicy pickled cucumbers within 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

15g

Carbs

4g