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Chile-Garlic Cucumbers

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Photo by TED+CHELSEA CAVANAUGH, Food Styling by Susie Theodorou

Less sharp than regular pickles, these cucumbers are a punchy addition to any sandwich, salad, or grain bowl. Use with Chicken and Cucumber Rice Bowls and/or Greens-and-Beans Sandwiches.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2½ cups

Ingredients

4 Persian cucumbers, halved, thinly sliced on a diagonal
Kosher salt
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, finely grated
½ cup unseasoned rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. honey

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss cucumbers and a large pinch of salt in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature, tossing every 5 minutes or so, until cucumbers release some liquid and begin to soften, about 15 minutes.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, whisk chile, garlic, vinegar, honey, and a large pinch of salt in an airtight container large enough to contain the cucumbers.

    Step 3

    Squeeze as much liquid from cucumbers as possible and add to vinegar mixture. Toss to coat. Let sit at least 30 minutes before serving.

    Do Ahead: Cucumbers can be marinated 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

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