Smashed Cucumbers with Chili Oil and Feta
Smashing the cucumbers is not only fun but it creates irregular edges perfect for catching the chili oil.
Ingredients
4-6 cucumbers, any vareity
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tsp aleppo, urfa, or other mild chili pepper
1/2 tsp chili flake
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 oz feta, crumbled
1 bunch parsley, basil, or cilantro (or a combination)
Method
- In a small sauce pan heat the olive oil over low heat until just warm
- Add the garlic and chili flakes and remove from the heat then allow to steep for at least 10 minutes
- With a large knife, remove the ends of the cucumber and then smash the cucumber with the wide part of the blade to make irregular pieces
- Dress the cucumber with the chili oil and a big pinch of salt then transfer to a serving platter
- Top with the crumbled feta and herbs and serve
