Pepinos con chile is a Mexican cucumber snack that is made with sliced cucumbers seasoned with chili powder, lime juice, and salt. The combination of flavors makes it a mouthwatering and addictive treat for those who enjoy a balance of heat and tanginess with a hint of natural sweetness from the cucumber.
½teaspoonTajín chili powder(or any chili powder you prefer)
2teaspoonschamoy salsa(or your favorite Mexican hot sauce)
2limes(juice)
salt(optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers. Peel them and cut them into thick slices, sticks, or any other format you like.
Place them in a serving platter or arrange the sticks on cups.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the cucumbers and sprinkle with tajin seasoning or chili powder.
Drizzle them with Chamoy, or Valentina salsa, or your preferred hot salsa.
Add a pinch of salt and serve.
Notes
You can either peel the cucumbers or eat them with the skin. Some people enjoy the added texture and nutrients from the cucumber skin, while others prefer the smoothness of peeled cucumbers.
The amount of sauce and chili powder can vary based on your preference. Start with a few drops of sauce and a pinch of chili powder then adjust to taste.