Ingredients

6

to 8 red Fresno chiles (4 oz), coarsely chopped

1

cup unseasoned rice vinegar

3

cloves garlic

2

tablespoons sugar

1

teaspoon grated gingerroot, if desired

1

teaspoon coarse (kosher or sea) salt

1

English (seedless) cucumber, unpeeled, very thinly sliced (about 2 cups)

1/2

cup thinly sliced white onion (1 medium)

1/4

cup fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation

In food processor bowl, place chiles, vinegar, garlic, sugar, gingerroot and salt. Cover; process with on-and-off pulses about 1 minute or until well combined.

In medium bowl, place cucumber, onions and cilantro. Pour chili mixture over cucumber mixture; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight before serving. Store covered in refrigerator up to 1 week.