Umami Kyuri (Japanese Umami Cucumber Salad)
If you want to enjoy cucumbers with a rich, savory flavor, Umami Kyuri is the perfect choice. The combination of crisp, refreshing cucumbers infused with umami-rich seasoning creates an irresistibly addictive taste. This is one of the most popular ways to enjoy cucumbers in Japan.
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Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 Japanese or Persian cucumber (If using Persian cucumber, increase the quantity by about 1.5 times.)
- ⅓ tsp salt
- ½ tsp Chinese-style chicken bouillon powder
- ½ tsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp grated garlic
- 1 Tbsp ground white sesame seeds
- ½ Tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Trim both ends of cucumbers, then lightly smash them using a rolling pin or the handle of a knife before tearing them into bite-sized pieces.
- Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers and gently rub it in. Let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then, gently squeeze out the moisture and transfer them to a bowl.
- In the bowl with the cucumbers, add chicken bouillon powder, rice vinegar, grated garlic, ground sesame seeds, and sesame oil, then toss to combine. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 91.84kcal Carbohydrates: 4.79g Protein: 2g Fat: 7.73g Saturated Fat: 1.09g Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.28g Monounsaturated Fat: 2.94g Sodium: 403mg Potassium: 180.15mg Fiber: 0.97g Sugar: 1.53g Vitamin A: 9.16IU Vitamin C: 3.55mg Calcium: 27.49mg Iron: 0.6mg
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