SUNOMONO (JAPANESE CUCUMBER AND SEAFOOD SALAD)

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Cucumbers and seafood, lightly pickled in rice vinegar, make up this cool and tasty salad that makes a perfect side dish or appetizer. Rice vinegar is an Asian-style vinegar that is milder than distilled or balsamic. Serve with steamed white rice and a cup of fresh green tea.

Provided by xerxes2695

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large English cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) package imitation crab sticks, halved
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Lay cucumber slices onto a large plate and sprinkle with salt on both sides. Set aside until water is drawn from the cucumber, about 15 minutes. Brush salt from cucumbers and press with paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  • Combine cucumber slices, crab sticks, rice vinegar, and soy sauce in a glass dish bowl; toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours).
  • Divide cucumber salad onto 4 plates; sprinkle each portion with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1279.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tufan Parvez
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I've never had sunomono before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite salads.


Leanne Sawyer
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This salad is a great summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.


Epa Begum
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I've made this salad for several parties and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


INFORMATION Tv
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Lourdes Bou saada
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I love the addition of the seaweed in this salad. It adds a nice briny flavor.


Ansari Yaseen
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. It's the perfect way to start a meal.


Veronica Bolanos
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I've tried several different sunomono recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and salty.


Saqib Khan
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it the night before and it will still be delicious the next day.


Limko P
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Emmanuel Kaimbi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add whatever I have on hand, like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.


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I'm not a big fan of cucumbers, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is so good that it makes the cucumbers taste amazing.


Elpi kr
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the crunch of the cucumbers and the tangy dressing.


lolly pop
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal vegetables.


Rahma Yosuif
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This salad is so refreshing and perfect for a summer party. I love the addition of the sesame seeds and seaweed.


Chrisshon Wilcher
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Anna Richardson
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great source of fiber and vitamins.


Md sahin Hossen
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The dressing is so flavorful and tangy. It really brings all the ingredients together.


Tosan Amatotsero
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


AMV HEAVEN
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This refreshing and vibrant salad is a must-try! The combination of flavors is incredible, and the cucumbers are so crisp and refreshing.