Spicy Cucumber "Pickles"

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 medium cucumber
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup water + 2 tablespoons
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seed
• Sprigs of fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Slice cucumber in quarters lengthwise, then chop into thin pieces.
2. In a medium size mixing bowl, combine next 4 ingredients. Add the cucumbers. Marinate for about 30 minutes.
3. Drain all but about 1 tablespoon of the liquid and put the cucumbers in small serving dishes.
4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with fresh cilantro.