Just inherited a bunch of cucumbers from a friend’s garden. I love them just on their own with some salt, and have made many a salad using them. I’m curious what kinds of fun things you all may use them for. Even if you feel like it’s basic please share as I will be eating cucumbers for the next several days straight lol. Thanks for any and all suggestions!
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Sunomomo. Typically prepared with Japanese cucumber, but it works fine with other types too. Recipe:
- 4 cucumbers or so
- ½ Tbsp salt
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp water
- 3 Tbsp rice vinegar or white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp roasted sesame seeds
- Slice the cucumbers, really thin. It’s fine to use a knife, but do it preferably with a mandolino.
- Sprinkle salt over the slices. Make sure that it’s spread evenly. Wait 15min or so. Drain the water.
- In the meantime mix the sugar, water, and vinegar. Add it to the cucumber and sprinkle the sesame seeds. Let it chill a bit and serve.
Some people also add soy sauce, or MSG.
