10/26/2026
Simple Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)
Crunchy, garlicky, and just spicy enough β this Simple Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim) is the addictive little side you'll make weekly! π₯πΆοΈ
Ingredients:
- 2 English cucumbers, sliced thin
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions:
1. Toss cucumber with salt; rest 15 minutes, then squeeze out liquid.
2. Mix gochugaru, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and sesame oil.
3. Toss cucumbers in the spicy dressing.
4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
5. Chill 10 minutes.
6. Serve as a banchan side with any Korean meal.
Prep Time: 25 min | Servings: 4