Cucumber Sunomono Recipe
marinated & seasoned cucumber with sesame seeds
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Ingredients
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Cucumber Sunomono Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps for Cucumber Sunomono
- 1
Prepare the Cucumbers
Wash the cucumbers and slice them thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife. If desired, you can remove the seeds by cutting the cucumbers in half and scooping them out.
- 2
- 3
Make the Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
After the cucumbers have rested, rinse them under cold water to remove excess salt and drain well. Add the cucumbers to the dressing and toss gently to combine.
- 5
Serve
Transfer the cucumber salad to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onion. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
