Thai Cucumber Salad

Hot and cool, crisp and saucy, this side dish captures the intrigue of Thai cuisine.

1/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 red finger chilli pepper, seeded, veined, and finely chopped
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup diced onion
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced

In a small saucepan combine vinegar, lime juice, chilli pepper, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add onion; simmer 30 seconds. Cool slightly.

Place cucumber pieces in a medium bowl. Pour cooled marinade over cucumber pieces. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour. Serve cold.

Makes 4 servings.

Makes 4 servings.