**Ginger Spiced Cucumbers: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**
With the rising popularity of healthy and flavorful side dishes, ginger spiced cucumbers have emerged as a culinary delight that combines unique flavors and offers a refreshing twist to any meal. This article presents a collection of ginger spiced cucumber recipes that cater to diverse tastes, dietary preferences, and cooking styles. From classic cucumber salads infused with ginger's zesty aroma to innovative cucumber-based relishes and pickles, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will elevate your everyday meals and impress your dinner guests. Whether you prefer a tangy and sweet combination or a savory and spicy kick, this article has something for everyone. Discover the versatility of ginger spiced cucumbers and embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
SWEET AND SPICY CUCUMBER GINGER SALAD
This refreshing salad has amazing flavor! It's simple and easy and makes a great side dish for picnics, sushi rolls, and other Asian foods. Makes 4 cups salad.
Provided by Letty | @lettyskitchen
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel the cucumbers and trim the ends. Run the tines of a fork in parallel lines down the length of the cucumbers to score what will be decorative lines on the slices.
- Slice thinly, about 1/8-inch thick. Sprinkle the slices with salt; let drain in a colander over a plate 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse and drain the cucumbers on towels. (see note)
- Make a dressing with the vinegar, mirin, ginger, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce, if using. Toss the cucumber with the dressing and the sesame seeds. Refrigerate to marinate about an hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 199 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SOY, GINGER AND GARLIC
The trick to any sliced cucumber salad is to slice the cucumbers as thin as you can and to purge them by salting them before making the salad so the dressing doesn't get watered down by the cucumber juice.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Sprinkle the cucumbers with a generous amount of salt and let sit in a colander in the sink for 15 minutes. Rinse and dry on a kitchen towel. Transfer to a salad bowl.
- Whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, cayenne, and pepper. Whisk in the sesame oil and the sunflower or grapeseed oil. Toss with the cucumbers, scallions, and cilantro. Chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 196, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
GINGER AND CUCUMBER JUICE
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, blend together the ginger, cucumber and 1/2 cup cold water. Strain and press the puree through a mesh sieve.
- Serve over ice and garnish with a lemon and cucumber wheel.
- Optional serving: Fill glasses with ice and one-half to two-thirds full with the blended juice. Top with lemonade and/or vodka.
SPICY CUCUMBER MARGARITA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring the lime juice, sugar, cilantro stems, halved jalapeno and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan. Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
- Meanwhile, puree the cucumbers in a blender. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a liquid measuring cup, pressing on the solids with a rubber spatula. Refrigerate the cucumber puree until chilled.
- Pulse the salt and cilantro leaves in a mini food processor until the salt is green; transfer to a small plate. Run the squeezed limes around the rims of 4 glasses, then dip in the cilantro salt to coat.
- Strain the jalapeno syrup into a small pitcher. Stir in the cucumber juice, tequila and triple sec. Fill the prepared glasses with ice and add a few jalapeno slices. Pour in the cocktail.
SALTY-SWEET SALMON WITH GINGER AND SPICY CUCUMBER SALAD
This 2006 recipe came to The Times by way of David Myers, the American chef and restaurateur, when Amanda Hesser called upon him to re-interpret this 1961 Times recipe for Chinese barbecued spareribs. He kept the simple soy-garlic-ketchup (yes, ketchup) marinade intact and applied it to salmon. He then served it with a preserved ginger relish and a cucumber salad seasoned with shichimi togarashi, a fiery Japanese spice blend (red pepper flakes make a fine substitute). If you don't have the time to make the relish and cucumber salad, serve the salmon with a few slivers of preserved ginger from a jar, a pile of white rice and some sautéed greens. That's better than your standard grilled salmon by a mile.
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories dinner, main course
Time 3h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the preserved ginger: The day before, whisk together the fish sauce, rice-wine vinegar and sugar, then add the ginger. Make sure it is covered by the liquid.
- Combine the honey, soy sauce, garlic, ketchup and 1/4 cup water. Marinate the salmon in this for 2 hours, turning after 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, prepare the cucumber salad: Bring the vinegar to a boil. Add the sugar, salt, togarashi and ginger. Return to a boil, then let cool to room temperature. Put the cucumbers in a nonreactive container and cover with the vinegar mixture. Let sit at least one hour before serving.
- Preheat grill to low. Arrange salmon on a hinged grill basket, then cook, basting occasionally with the marinade, over a low flame for 5 minutes per side, or until just flaky. (Or broil, skin side down, 6 inches from the flame for 4 minutes, baste, then turn and broil for 2 minutes.) To serve, use a slotted spoon to place the cucumber salad on each of 4 plates. Lay the salmon next to the salad and serve topped with preserved ginger.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 521, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 2461 milligrams, Sugar 34 grams
GARLIC-GINGER CUCUMBERS
Cucumbers contain an antioxidant that supports brain health, and inflammation-fighting ginger helps with digestion. Here, they're dressed with rice vinegar and soy sauce, then finished with toasted sesame seeds and spicy chili oil.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Quarter cucumbers lengthwise (if longer than 3 inches, halve crosswise first). Toss with sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Let stand 30 minutes, tossing occasionally. Drain, then toss with rice vinegar and soy sauce.
- Heat safflower oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add ginger and garlic. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Pour over cucumbers; toss to combine. Season again, if desired. Transfer to a serving dish, discarding liquid. Top with sesame seeds and a few drops of chili oil.
GINGER-DILL PICKLES
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Ginger Low Fat Kid-Friendly Low Cal Cucumber Healthy Vegan Dill Small Plates
Yield 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring ginger, garlic, vinegar, sugar, salt, coriander seeds, and 2 cups water to a boil in a medium pot over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 10 minutes.
- Place cucumbers and dill in a heatproof resealable container or jar (divide among several containers if necessary). Pour hot brining liquid over cucumbers and dill. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For best results, use fresh, firm cucumbers that are not too large. English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers are good choices.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help the cucumbers absorb the marinade more easily.
- Make the marinade in advance: The marinade can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This will give the flavors time to develop.
- Use a variety of spices: The ginger, cumin, coriander, and turmeric in this recipe give the cucumbers a warm, flavorful spice blend. Feel free to adjust the amount of each spice to suit your taste.
- Chill the cucumbers before serving: This will help the flavors meld and make the cucumbers more refreshing.
Conclusion:
These ginger-spiced cucumbers are a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer or side dish, give these ginger-spiced cucumbers a try!
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