Fried Asian Cucumber Crinkles

Cut the cucumber into slices. Place the cucumber chips into a small bowl, and pour the soy sauce over them, tossing to coat. Set aside. In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, sugar, and pepper. Dip the cucumber slices into the flour and toss, making sure the slices are evenly coated.

Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, gently place some of the cucumber slices into the oil. Don’t crowd the pan with too many. Fry for about one minute, then use some tongs to flip the slices over. Cook the second side for about another minute. Keep an eye on them making sure not to let them burn. They will cook very quickly.

Put the fried cucumber slices on a plate lined with paper towels, and let drain. Fry the remaining cucumber slices, then let drain. Mix the teaspoon of seasoned salt and sugar. Sprinkle a little bit of the salt/sugar mixture on the cucumber chips. Serve immediately. Enjoy!