Sobre esta receta

Una ensalada de pepino encurtida japonesa refrescante que se prepara en minutos. Los pepinos finamente rebanados se salan ligeramente para extraer la humedad, luego se aderezан con un aliño brillante, dulce y agrio de vinagre de arroz. Servida fría, es un acompañamiento crujiente y limpiador del paladar que combina maravillosamente con pescado a la parrilla, sushi o cualquier comida japonesa. Simple, elegante e infinitamente confiable.

Instrucciones

1. 1

   Slice the Japanese or persian cucumbers into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick. A mandoline makes this very easy, but a sharp knife works perfectly well.

2. 2

   Place the Japanese or persian cucumbers slices in a colander set over a mixing bowl. Sprinkle with the kosher salt and toss well to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes — the salt will draw out excess water, keeping the salad crisp and preventing it from becoming watery.

3. 3

   While the Japanese or persian cucumbers rest, make the dressing: combine the rice vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce in a small mixing bowl. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. If using, stir in the sesame oil.

4. 4

   After 10 minutes, squeeze the Japanese or persian cucumbers slices firmly between your palms (or wrap in a clean kitchen towel and wring) to expel as much water as possible. This step is key — don't skip it.

5. 5

   If using wakame seaweed, rehydrate it now by soaking in cold water for 5 minutes. Drain well and roughly chop into bite-sized pieces.

6. 6

   Combine the squeezed Japanese or persian cucumbers (and wakame seaweed if using) in a mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat every slice evenly.

7. 7

   Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld and the Japanese or persian cucumbers chill through. They can marinate for up to 1 hour.

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   To serve, use tongs or chopsticks to transfer the Japanese or persian cucumbers into small bowls or a shallow serving dish, leaving behind any excess liquid that has pooled. Top with toasted sesame seeds and fresh grated ginger if using. Serve immediately, cold.