Refreshing Shredded Zucchini Salad
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This cold zucchini salad uses a salt-curing dehydration method to maintain a crisp texture. Paired with a savory and spicy dressing of garlic, Thai bird's eye chilies, and a tangy-sweet sauce, it's finished with a splash of hot oil to release the aromatics—a must-have summer side dish to whet your appetite.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Cut the zucchini into thin shreds, add salt, toss well, and marinate for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. → Prepare minced garlic, chopped green onions, and chili rounds. → Squeeze the zucchini shreds firmly to drain all water, place in a bowl, and top with aromatics and sesame seeds. → Drizzle with hot cooking oil to bloom the aromatics. → Add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, then mix well.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Cut the zucchini into thin shreds, add salt, toss well, and marinate for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. → Prepare minced garlic, chopped green onions, and chili rounds. → Squeeze the zucchini shreds firmly to drain all water, place in a bowl, and top with aromatics and sesame seeds. → Drizzle with hot cooking oil to bloom the aromatics. → Add soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, then mix well.
Introduction
This cold zucchini salad uses a salt-curing dehydration method to maintain a crisp texture. Paired with a savory and spicy dressing of garlic, Thai bird's eye chilies, and a tangy-sweet sauce, it's finished with a splash of hot oil to release the aromatics—a must-have summer side dish to whet your appetite.
Step 1
Wash the zucchini and trim off the ends. Slice diagonally into thin, even slices, then cut into thin shreds and set aside.
Step 2
Place the zucchini shreds into a large bowl, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, toss with your hands, and let sit for about 10 minutes to extract excess moisture.
Step 3
While marinating, prepare the aromatics: crush and peel the garlic, mince finely; chop the scallions; and slice the chili into rounds.
Step 4
Squeeze the marinated zucchini shreds firmly by hand in batches to remove all liquid (the drier, the crunchier), then place into a clean, dry bowl.
Step 5
Arrange the minced garlic, scallions, chili rounds, and white sesame seeds on top of the zucchini shreds.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
💡 After marinating, the zucchini must be thoroughly squeezed dry; this is the key to maintaining a crisp texture and preventing the dressing from being diluted.
🔥 The oil must be hot enough to effectively release the garlic and scallion fragrance while mellowing the sharp bite of raw garlic.
❄️ If you prefer a colder dish, refrigerate for 15 minutes after mixing before serving.
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