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SZECHUAN CUCUMBERS

Serves 6

2 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sesame oil
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)


Directions
Place cucumber slices in medium serving bowl, set aside.

In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, salt and sesame oil, mix well.

Pour dressing over cucumber slices and toss well.

Cover and let rest at room temperature up to 4 hours.

Drain cucumbers.

Garnish with cilantro, if desired, before serving.


Serving Suggestions
A flavorful way to enjoy fresh cucumbers.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 15 calories; Protein 1 grams; Fat 1 grams; Sodium 99 milligrams; Cholesterol 0 milligrams; Saturated Fat 0 grams; Carbohydrates 3 grams; Fiber 1 grams
 
Recipe courtesy of National Pork Board.
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