Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)
Sunomono or cucumber salad is a refreshing side dish with a sweet, tangy taste and crunchy texture. It only takes 10 minutes to make which is perfect for when in a hurry.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp white sesame seeds toasted
Instructions
- Rehydrate wakame with water.
- Combine sugar salt soy sauce and water. Heat in the microwave for about 30 seconds to help the sugar dissolve.
- Slice the cucumber as thinly as you possibly can.
- Sprinkle with salt, toss to coat evenly and let sit for 5 minutes
- Squeeze as much water from the seaweed and the cucumber. Place the vegetables in a bowl.
- Add toasted sesame seeds. Drizzle with seasoning. Mix to combine. Serve.