Smashed Cucumber Salad

1 : Use a large knife, such as a cleaver to smash the cucumber until it cracks open. Alternatively, you can also use a rolling pin or a meat tenderizer.

2 : Cut it into bite sizes and transfer to a large bowl.

3 : Add salt and mix well. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes.

4 : Drain the liquid and season with soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, chili oil, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and garlic.

5 : Mix well.

6 : Serve immediately or cold. Bonus: garnish with more sesame seeds and chili oil.