Smashed Cucumber Salad

Ingredients

• 2 pounds cucumbers, partially peeled
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, optional
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro