Spicy Chinese Cucumber Salad

 

1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced

2 T. chili oil

3 garlic cloves, mashed and chopped

1 tsp. Szechwan pepper

2 dried red chilis

1 T. rice wine vinegar

1 tsp. sesame oil

1 tsp. white sugar

 

Roast the Szechwan pepper and the chilis in a skillet until they release their aroma, but being careful not to scorch them. Mix these with the other ingredients for the dressing and pour it over the sliced cucumbers, toss and serve.