CUCUMBER AND ASIAN PEAR MARINATED SALAD
Steps:
- Slice the cucumbers in half lenghwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice the halves again into half, so you end up with quarters. Cut up the cucumber into chunks about 3/4 cm / 1/2 inch thick (no need to be too precise here; just chop away roughly). Peel, quarter and core the nashi pear. Slice fairly thinly. Combine the cucumber and pear in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the rest of the salt, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and chili pepper flakes. Stir well but don't worry if the sugar and salt don't melt totally - they will melt once you mix this with the vegetables. Put the combined sauce in the large bowl with the cucumber and pear, scraping out any unmelted sugar and salt. Mix very well. Cover, and let rest for at least an hour or overnight in the refrigerator. It will keep tightly covered for a week. If using in a bento, you may want to put it in a leakproof container if you add some of the marinating sauce. This goes well with a Japanese-style or not-so-Japanese style bento.
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Malo Tialino
[email protected]This salad is a great healthy option for a summer meal.
Larry Jones
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed this salad. The Asian pear helped to balance out the cucumber flavor.
AJMAL KHATANA
[email protected]I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to make a complete meal.
Teresa Perry
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumbers and Asian pears.
Tina Joseph
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great dish to bring to a potluck or picnic.
islam mbarak
[email protected]The dressing for this salad is amazing. It's light and tangy, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Lisette Giles
[email protected]I love the combination of cucumber and Asian pear in this salad. They're both so refreshing!
Benjamin Rodda
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make! I had it ready in just 15 minutes.
Deborah Eshenour
[email protected]I made this salad last night and it was a hit! My family loved it and I will definitely be making it again.
Kimbowa Jonathan
[email protected]This cucumber and Asian pear salad is a refreshing and delicious dish. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors is perfect for a summer meal.