Smacked cucumber pickles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Smacked cucumber pickles
10 min.
8
54kcal

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If you're looking for a quick, flavorful side dish that’s sure to impress, look no further than these Smacked Cucumber Pickles! Ready in just 10 minutes, this vibrant, crunchy dish is the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy, making it an ideal addition to any meal. Whether you're serving it with a main course or enjoying it as a snack, these pickles are a great way to elevate your taste experience.

What makes these pickles so special? They’re incredibly easy to make, require minimal ingredients, and can be tailored to suit various dietary preferences. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free—this recipe ticks all the boxes. The cucumbers are “smacked” to release their natural flavors and then mixed with garlic, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and a touch of chilli oil for that extra kick. It's a perfect balance of textures and flavors, with a satisfying crunch and the right amount of heat.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this dish offers a fresh and vibrant twist on traditional pickles. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll have a bowl of deliciousness ready to serve, making it a go-to recipe for anyone craving something fresh and zesty!

Ingredients

  • large cucumber ends trimmed
  • tbsp garlic finely chopped
  • tbsp sugar 
  • tbsp soy sauce light
  • tbsp rice vinegar black chinese
  • tbsp cooking oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • rolling pin
  • cleaver

Directions

  1. Take a rolling pin or cleaver and smack the cucumbers so that they split, then chop into 2.5cm pieces. Put in a bowl with all the remaining ingredients and 1 tsp salt, and toss together.
  2. Serve alongside any of the other dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories54kcal
Protein5.15%
Fat59.01%
Carbs35.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.51
Glycemic Load
2.36
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.0104347804318%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:54.4kcal
2.72%
Fat:3.63g
5.58%
Saturated Fat:0.27g
1.67%
Carbohydrates:4.96g
1.65%
Net Carbohydrates:4.43g
1.61%
Sugar:4.01g
4.46%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:127.36mg
5.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.71g
1.43%
Vitamin K:7.55µg
7.19%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.23%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.06%
Vitamin C:2.55mg
3.09%
Potassium:104.11mg
2.97%
Copper:0.06mg
2.81%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.63%
Folate:10.23µg
2.56%
Magnesium:9.59mg
2.4%
Fiber:0.53g
2.12%
Phosphorus:19.3mg
1.93%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.82%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.33%
Iron:0.23mg
1.26%
Calcium:12.31mg
1.23%
Vitamin A:50.49IU
1.01%