Thai Marinated Cucumbers Recipe

Cool down your taste buds with this incredibly easy and refreshing Thai Marinated Cucumber recipe! The perfect side dish to any spicy Thai meal, these thinly sliced cucumbers are quickly marinated in a sweet and tangy blend of rice vinegar, sugar, and a hint of salt. Ready in under 20 minutes, this vibrant and flavorful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or your next Thai feast. Get ready for a burst of flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 146.8 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Marinated Cucumbers

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How to Make Thai Marinated Cucumbers

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the rice vinegar, granulated sugar, water, and salt.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
  3. Remove from heat and let the marinade cool completely to room temperature.
  4. While the marinade cools, prepare the cucumbers. Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it lengthwise into quarters.
  5. Then, thinly slice the quarters crosswise into 1/8-inch thick slices.
  6. Place the cucumber slices in a medium-sized serving bowl.
  7. Pour the cooled marinade over the cucumbers.
  8. Gently stir to ensure all the cucumber slices are coated with the marinade.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (For best results, marinate for up to 2 hours.)
  10. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

5g

Carbs

6g