Japanese-style Cucumbers
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Below I'll explain in more detail. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all ingredients.
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Step 2
Wash the cucumbers, pat them dry, and trim the ends on both sides. Place a cucumber between two chopsticks and make thin cuts without cutting all the way through.
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Step 3
Pour water into a large bowl or food container, add salt, and stir until it has completely dissolved.
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Step 4
Submerge the cucumbers in water for 10–15 minutes. At this stage, you can already cut them into a couple of pieces so they fit more easily.
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Step 5
For the dressing, mix rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, sesame seeds, and hot ground chili pepper.
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Step 6
Transfer the cucumbers to a bag and pour the dressing over them.
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Step 7
Tie the bag and shake it so the dressing is evenly distributed over the cucumbers. Put it in the refrigerator for at least half an hour, or ideally for 3 hours.
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Step 8
Japanese-style cucumbers are ready, enjoy your meal!