Thai Cucumber Salad

• 1 cucumber
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar
• 2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 fresh green chile, deseeded and finely chopped

1. Cut the ends off the cucumber, then slice the cucumber lengthwise into quarters.
2. Using a sharp knife or mandoline, cut the quarters crosswise into very thin slices.
3. In a small saucepan set over medium-high heat, bring the water, sugar and vinegar to a boil, simmering until the sugar dissolves.
4. Remove from the heat and let cool completely.
5. In a medium bowl, add the reserved sliced cucumber, ginger, salt and chile.
6. Pour the cooled syrup over the other ingredients and stir to combine.
7. Serve immediately or within a few hours of making.

cucumber, water, sugar, white distilled vinegar, ginger, kosher salt, green chile

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/thai-cucumber-salad (may not work)