[K-Recipes #01] 5-Minute Korean Cucumber Salad – Quick & Crunchy Banchan
Learn how to make a quick and healthy Korean cucumber salad (Oi Muchim) in just 5 minutes! This spicy, tangy banchan is the perfect crunchy side dish for any meal. Looking for a fast, refreshing Korean side dish? Try Oi Muchim, a cucumber salad that’s done in just 5 minutes. Perfect with rice or Korean BBQ! 🛒 Ingredients 1 cucumber 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes) 1 tbsp vinegar 1/2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp minced garlic 1 tsp sesame oil Toasted sesame seeds 👩🍳 Instructions Slice the cucumber thinly and sprinkle salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the excess moisture gently. Mix all the seasonings in a bowl to create the dressing. Toss the cucumber in the dressing. Garnish with sesame seeds. Serve fresh! ✨ Tip Don’t over-marinate the cucumbers—they’ll lose their crunch! 5 minutes is the golden rule. 🍽 Best Pairings Doenjang-jjigae (Soybean Paste Stew) Kimchi Fried Rice Rolled Omelet (Gyeran Mari) Kor...