Korean Spicy Marinated Cucumber (Oi Muchim)
Serves 4
20 mins prep
20 mins total
I CANNOT get enough of these 🥰 How many cucumbers is too many to eat in one sitting?! Asking for a friend 😅 I’ve made this Korean spicy marinated cucumber dish (Oi Muchim) DOZENS of times since it went viral circa 2021… and I truly never get sick of it. This recipe provides clear ingredients and detailed instructions for making this popular Korean side dish.
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Going in a diagonal motion, cut small slits in each cucumber’s, being careful not to cut all the way through the cucumber. Once done on one side, flip the cucumber upside down and cut in the same direction in small diagonal slits (this should create a slinky effect). Place into a large bowl. Sprinkle on kosher salt, making sure to get it in the nooks and crannies. Allow to sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then dump out any liquid. Pat cucumbers dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, gochugaru, sugar, minced garlic, sesame seeds, and scallions until well combined and sugar is dissolved. Toss sauce over cucumbers to evenly coat. Eat right away or allow to sit and marinate for better flavor! Enjoy!
