We had Persian cucumbers and decided to try this recipe: https://thewoksoflife.com/smashed-asian-cucumber-salad/
Our modifications: first, we found 5 Persian cucumbers equivalent to the 2 standard cucumbers called for in the recipe. Second, for the chili oil, we used 1.5 tsp Sichuan chili sauce (laoganma). This was a refreshing and delicious side dish to gong bao chicken with peanuts, https://piglettedc.wordpress.com/2019/03/11/gong-bao-chicken-with-peanuts-we-tried-this/. (Jan. 2024)
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