Ajad (Thai Cucumber Relish)
This relish is adapted from a recipe in Thai Street Food (Ten Speed Press, 2010) by David Thompson.
From: Saveur MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS
¼ cup sugar
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ tsp. kosher salt
2 tbsp. finely chopped cilantro
¼ fresno chile, finely chopped
4 small shallots, sliced thin
1 small cucumber, quartered lengthwise, sliced thin
Stir sugar, vinegar, salt, and ¼ cup boiling water in a bowl; let cool. Stir in cilantro, chile, shallots, and cucumber before serving.
Optionally add carrot slices