Ingredients

• 2 pickling cucumbers or other small cucumbers (about 8 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 scallions, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
• 1¼-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon korean chile powder (see note)
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon fish sauce (see note)