Korean Cucumber Kimchi with Spicy Dressing

Ingredients

• 4 cups cucumbers, sliced
• 1 cup coarse sea salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped

• 2 tablespoons Korean red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

1. 01
   Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large bowl.
2. 02
   Add the coarse sea salt to the cucumbers, mix well, and let sit for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
3. 03
   Rinse the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water to remove the salt, then drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
4. 04
   In a separate bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, sugar, and the ingredients for the spicy dressing.
5. 05
   Mix the dressing ingredients until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
6. 06
   Pour the spicy dressing over the drained cucumbers and toss until the cucumbers are evenly coated.
7. 07
   Transfer the cucumber kimchi to a clean jar or airtight container and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.