Ingredients

  • 2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (Japanese, English, or regular)
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (or slightly less honey)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Method

  • If using English or regular cucumbers, they need to be peeled, cut lengthwise, seeded and sliced into thin half moons.
  • In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, salt and pepper, mix well.
  • Add sugar(or honey), soy sauce, rice wine vinegar and sesame oil and mix well.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and mix.
  • Let marinate for 20 minutes before serving.
  • Adjust seasonings before serving.