Japanese Cucumber Salad is a delightful, refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of Japanese cuisine flavors. Known for its simplicity and elegance, this cucumber salad recipe is a staple Japanese side dish that pairs wonderfully with a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 large Japanese cucumbers (or English cucumbers), thinly sliced
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 tablespoon salt
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Sliced green onions (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and salt. Toss the cucumbers to ensure they are evenly coated with salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
Rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt. Drain them well and gently pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and grated ginger until the sugar is dissolved.
In a serving bowl, combine the cucumbers and red onion. Pour the sesame dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the salad. If desired, add chili flakes and sliced green onions for extra flavor.
