Crispy Sea Purslane and Cucumber Salad
Refreshing Cucumber Salad with Sea Purslane
A delightful combination of crunchy cucumbers and aromatic sea purslane that will tantalize your taste buds! This recipe introduces a simple yet delicious cucumber salad that highlights the natural flavors of fresh vegetables. It’s perfect as a side dish or as a light snack.
Main Ingredients
- 1 fresh cucumber
- 1 handful of sea purslane (approx. 50g)
Seasoning
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (or crushed)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (soup soy sauce or regular)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (or crushed)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (soup soy sauce or regular)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently rinse the sea purslane under running water. For an extra thorough clean, you can soak it briefly in water with a couple of drops of vinegar.
Step 2
Drain the rinsed sea purslane thoroughly. Cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm in length. Avoid cutting it too short, as this can affect the texture.
Step 3
Wash the cucumber well. Trim off both ends. You can peel it lightly with a vegetable peeler or a grater, or leave some peel on if you prefer. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise.
Step 4
Slice the halved cucumber about 0.5 cm thick. You can cut it into half-moons or lengthwise strips, whichever you prefer. Ensure the slices are relatively uniform in thickness.
Step 5
In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared cucumber and sea purslane. Add the gochugaru, minced garlic, toasted sesame seeds, sesame oil, and soy sauce for the seasoning.
Step 6
Gently toss the ingredients to coat them evenly with the seasoning. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumber mushy. Taste and adjust with a little more soy sauce if needed.
Step 7
And it’s done! Your delicious sea purslane and cucumber salad is ready. It’s quick to make and perfect as a banchan (side dish). It’s especially refreshing during the warmer months when your appetite might be lower.
Step 8
The crispness of the cucumber and the delicate flavor of the sea purslane create a wonderful harmony that makes a bowl of rice disappear in no time! Rekindle your appetite with this delightful salad.
