Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, or 1 large telegraph cucumber
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (see Tip)
Japanese Cucumber Salad
Method
- Peel cucumbers to leave alternating green stripes
- Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape the seeds out with a spoon
- Using a food processor or sharp knife, cut into very thin slices
- Place in a double layer of paper towel and squeeze gently to remove any excess moisture
- Combine vinegar, sugar and salt in a medium bowl, stirring to dissolve
- Add the cucumbers and sesame seeds; toss well to combine
- Serve immediately
- Tip: To toast sesame seeds, heat a small dry skillet over low heat
- Add sesame seeds and stir constantly until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes
- Transfer to a small bowl and let cool