Spicy Cucumber Appetizer with Sesame

This Spicy Cucumber Appetizer with Sesame is a quick, flavorful, and crunchy snack! Perfect as a side dish, light appetizer, or healthy snack.

Cook Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Appetizers and Snacks, Salad

Cuisine Asian

Servings persons

Calories 122 kcal

Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic

Peel the cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise.
1 cucumber
Use a spoon to remove the seeds. Cut the cucumber into thin strips.
Mix the chili sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 2 teaspoons Japanese soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Heat a dry pan over medium heat. Toast the sesame seeds for about 30 seconds until golden brown.
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
Place the cucumber strips on a platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve with the dipping sauce as a healthy appetizer.

1. How do I keep the cucumber crisp? Remove the seeds with a spoon before slicing—it helps keep the cucumber fresh and crunchy.

2. How do I make it milder? Use less chili sauce or add a drizzle of honey to balance the heat.

3. Can I use other vegetables? Yes! Radishes, carrots, or celery also work well with this dressing.

4. Can I make this ahead of time?

Refrigerator: Just keep the cucumber and dip separate until serving for the best texture.

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