3 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1 dash black pepper
1 medium cucumber, peeled
1/2 cup red onion, thinnly sliced
2 tbsp cilantro leaves, chopped
1 small fresh red or green chili
Directions
In a medium bowl, stir vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar &
salt are dissolved. Quarter cucumber lengthwise. Remove seeds. Cut
quarters crossswise into 1/8" thick slices. Add cucumber, onion,
cilantro & chili to vinegar dressing; toss until combined. Cover and
marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Chili; Grain; Rice; Vegetable
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