Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad Banchan

Oi Muchim 오이무침

Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad Banchan, Oi Muchim 오이무침, is by far one of my favorite go-to recipes throughout the year. This spicy cucumber banchan is simple, yet complex in flavors and texture. Don’t prepare this recipe until just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp!

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Korean Spicy Cucumber Salad Banchan

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

Oi-muchim 오이무침

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Korean

Keyword: banchan, Kimchi, Muchim

Servings: 4

Calories: 20 kcal

Author: David Kim

Ingredients

• 1 cucumber
• 1 green onion chopped
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp korean hot pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1 tsp sugar or korean corn syrup

Instructions

1. Slice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. The size and shape are up to you, but I like to cut into either small cubes or half-moons.

2. Place the cucumber slices into a bowl.

3. Add remaining ingredients and mix until thoroughly combined.

4. Serve as a banchan!