Cooling cucumber meets spicy sriracha for a delightful and refreshing summertime snack! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer’s market.
¼tspcayennemore or less, according to heat preference
1tbspsesame seeds
peanut or vegetable oil
Instructions
First wash your produce. Slice your cucumbers as thinly as you can (slices or ribbons are both great). Mince your green peppers and garlic. Cut the peppers into larger slices.
Heat a skillet to medium heat and add and the oil. Put in the garlic and once it releases a smell place in the peppers. Sauté until softened.
Combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, spices, sugar, and salt.
Add the peppers and prepared sauce into a blender or food processor. Puree until a paste forms.
Combine all the ingredients and add the sesame seeds. Serve cold and enjoy!