This refreshing Japanese Cucumber Salad is bright, tangy, and crunchy — the perfect side or starter that pairs beautifully with rich meals cooked in your pressure cooker.
1teaspoonlight brown sugaror more if you like it sweeter
1clovegarlicminced
¼teaspooncrushed red pepper flakesor more if you like it spicy
Sesame seedsfor garnish
Instructions
Instructions
Grab a medium bowl and whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, light brown sugar, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes until sugar is dissolved.
Add the sliced cucumbers to the bowl and toss gently until evenly coated.
Place the salad in the fridge to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Before serving, sprinkle sesame seeds and give it a final toss.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Toss before serving again to redistribute dressing. Add fresh cucumbers if it starts to get soggy.