Spicy Cucumbers

3 Japanese (seedless) cucumbers

2 tbsp shoyu

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1/2 tsp salt + more for sprinkling

1 tsp sugar

2 tsp chili oil (La-Yu)


Score skin of cucumber with a fork or a zester. Cut cucumbers in half and remove seeds. Sprinkle salt (not the 1/2 tsp) over cucumbers and rub all over. Slice cucumbers into 3/8" pieces. Toss with remaining ingredients. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.