Cucumbers with Scallions and Chili Oil

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 pound cucumbers

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 3 sliced scallions

  • 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

  • Chili oil (drizzle)

PREPARATION:

  1. Gently smack 1 pound cucumbers with a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pot until they begin to break apart. Tear into bite-size pieces. Transfer to a colander; toss with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Let sit 10 minutes to drain excess liquid.

  2. Transfer cucumbers to a medium bowl and toss with 3 sliced scallions, 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Drizzle with chili oil.