Japanese Vinegared Cucumbers

taylortwo's Note:

This is in response to a request. It is from "The Complete Asian Cookbook" by Charmaine Solomon. It does require that it marinates a while before serving. There is no real cook time involved.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 2

• 1 green cucumber
• 3 tablespoons mild vinegar (rice vinegar)
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger

Directions:

1. Peel and slice in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
2. Cut into thin slices.
3. Combine all other ingredients and marinate cucumber in the seasonings for at least 1 hour.
4. Serve as a side salad or relish.

Reviews

[Donna]

I am the one who requested these and I finally made them, and am I glad I did!! Exactly what I was looking for, they serve these as an appatizer at my favorite Japanese restaurant, and this recipe is pretty near identical, I am so happy! Thanks so much Taylortwo!

[BoxO'Wine]

This is a very refreshing side dish. I made it to go along with Japanese style salmon and it complemented the entree perfectly.

[mama smurf]

The only thing I did differently was to add some chili garlic sauce for a little kick, but otherwise, I did follow the recipe. Next time I might add some onion because DH kept saying this is delicious but where is the onion. Thank you. Made for Healthy Choices tag game.