Thai Cucumber Salad

• 1/2 cup rice or white wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsps. brown sugar, firmly packed
• 1/2 lb. European cucumbers, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 4 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 tsp. chili pepper flakes
• 1 Tbsp. cilantro or parsley, chopped

Combine vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper to taste in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake vigorously until sugar is dissolved. Combine with remaining ingredients in a bowl. Toss and marinate at least 30 minutes before serving.