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Japanese Cucumber Salad

The Daily Meal Staff|Dec. 4, 2015 1:26 pm EST

Japanese Cucumber Salad

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Adapted from Wolfgang Puck, this has gotten rave reviews! — Sharon123This recipe is courtesy of Sharon123 via Food.com.

Servings

4

Ingredients

• 2 cup thinly sliced cucumbers (japanese, english, or regular)
• 1/2 teaspoon or one teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon sugar (or slightly less honey)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoon sesame seeds

Directions

1. If using English or regular cucumbers, they need to be peeled, cut lengthwise, seeded, and sliced into thin half-moons.
2. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Add sugar (or honey), soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well.
4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and mix.
5. Let marinate for 20 minutes before serving.
6. Adjust seasonings before serving.