Burmese shrimp and cucumber salad

This light, fresh shrimp and cucumber salad is bursting with flavors inspired by Burmese cuisine.

For a quick-and-easy side dish or light entree, throw this healthy shrimp salad together and serve with a scoop of steamed white rice.

Burmese shrimp and cucumber salad recipe

Adapted from Burma: Rivers of Flavor

Serves 4 as a side dish

Ingredients:

• 2 medium cucumbers
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 green onions, sliced in half lengthwise and then cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 1 red jalapeño (or Fresno pepper), seeded and minced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Salt (optional)

Directions:

1. Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Cut into 1-1/2-inch lengths, then cut those pieces into thick matchsticks. Reserve.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the shrimp and cook, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Remove from heat and transfer to a cutting board. Roughly chop the shrimp and transfer the shrimp and any accumulated juices to a large bowl or platter.
3. Add the cucumber, green onions, cilantro, red jalapeño, fish sauce and lime juice to the shrimp and toss to coat. Season with salt, if desired.
4. Serve immediately.

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