cucumber stuffed meat recipe

How to Make Stuffed Cucumbers: A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed cucumbers are a refreshing and savory dish, perfect as a starter or light meal. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to try.

Ingredients:

2 medium cucumbers, 200g ground pork (or chicken), 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 chopped green onion, salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar. For extra flavor, you can add water chestnuts or mushrooms.

Steps:

1. Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash the cucumbers and trim the ends. Cut them into 2-inch sections. Carefully scoop out the center flesh using a spoon, leaving a 0.5cm thick shell to hold the filling. Chop the scooped flesh and mix it with the ground meat, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, green onion, salt, pepper, and sugar.

2. Stuff the Cucumbers: Fill each cucumber shell with the meat mixture, mounding it slightly. If the filling is too wet, add a spoonful of cornstarch to bind it.

3. Cook: Arrange the stuffed cucumbers in a heatproof dish. Steam for 15–20 minutes until the meat is cooked through. Alternatively, pan-fry them in oil until golden on both sides, then add 2 tbsp of water and simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Serve: Drizzle with extra soy sauce or sesame oil before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds or cilantro for a fresh touch.

Enjoy these tender, juicy stuffed cucumbers that balance crunch and flavor!