Add a burst of flavor with these Spicy Pickled Cucumbers! Tangy, crunchy, and packed with heat, these easy-to-make pickles are the perfect complement to any dish.
The Most Satisfying Side Dish or Snack!
These Spicy Pickled Cucumbers are packed with bold flavors, thanks to the heat from chili oil and the tang from rice vinegar. I love adding these to rice bowls, lettuce wraps or just on their own as a satisfying snack! They’re the perfect way to add a refreshing crunch and a spicy kick to any dish. Easy to prepare and versatile, these cucumbers are a must-have for spicing up your meals or enjoying on their own!
Ingredients for Spicy Pickled Cucumbers
Cucumbers: Use any cucumbers you love for this recipe! No need to peel—just give them a good wash. Slice them to your preferred thickness for the perfect crunch in every bite.
Spicy Marinade: Rice Vinegar, coconut aminos, sugar, salt and chili oil. That’s it! Add as little or as much chili oil for your preferred level of spiciness. I like adding 2 tsp!
Making the Spicy Pickled Cucumbers
- Wash and dry your cucumbers and slice thinly.
- Combine all the ingredients in a jar or an airtight container with a lid. Add the cucumbers and shake to fully coat the cucumbers in the marinade.
- Pop in the fridge for at least 15 minutes or ideally 2-4 hours for best results!
To Serve
I love adding these Spicy Pickled Cucumbers to rice bowls or lettuce wraps for an extra kick of heat and crunch. But honestly, they’re so good, I often find myself snacking on them straight from the fridge!
Quick and Easy Spicy Pickled Cucumbers with Chili Oil
Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers thinly sliced
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1-2 tsp chili oil
Instructions
- First, wash and dry your cucumbers. Slice the cucumbers thinly.
- In a jar, combine rice vinegar, coconut aminos, sugar, salt and chili oil.
- Add the sliced cucumber to the jar, cover and shake so the cucumbers are completely coated with the marinade.
- Place the cucumbers in the fridge for 15 minutes or ideally 2-4 hours.
Notes
- No need to peel the cucumbers—just give them a good wash!
- While they can be ready in as little as 15 minutes in the fridge, for the best flavor, let them marinate for 2-4 hours to achieve that perfect pickled bite.
- Store in the fridge for up to 72 hours.
