Ill take my cucumbers SMASHED thanks!!

Its a unique way to prepare cucumbers that creates unique textures and flavours.

Try it once and youll be addicted for life!

Close up of fork piercing Smashed Cucumbers

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After seeing how obsessed everyone was with the cucumbers (seriously, they went before theKaraage!

), it prompted me to share my version.

Smashing the cucumbers until they burst open lets the dressing get right into all those cracks and crevices!

Overhead photo of Asian Smashed Cucumbers in a bowl

I use a meat mallet (the smooth side, not ridged faced).

Rolling pin, pestle or even a can will do.

Dont bash to the point of oblivion.

How to make Smashed Cucumbers

I also like to add green onions and coriander I find it give it that extra tasty factor.

But I still make it without!

What you need for Smashed Cucumber Salad

And heres what you need.

What goes in Smashed Cucumbers

For this particular Cucumber Salad, either will work.

Use 2 long ones, or 3 to 4 standard cucumbers.

Chinese, Japanese food (see my mothers websiteRecipeTin Japan), Thai, Vietnamese.

Difference between Telegraph / English cucumbers (long cucumbers) and Lebanese cucumbers, the most common variety

And really, really tasty.

Im confident youll love this!

Close up of Smashed Cucumbers in a rustic bowl, ready to be served

Close up of Smashed Cucumbers in a rustic bowl, ready to be served

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