Cucumbers with Wasabi and Rice Vinegar
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- Served Person: Makes 6 servings
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon water
- 1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon wasabi powder
- an adjustable-blade slicer
Preparation Very thinly slice cucumbers crosswise with slicer; toss with 1 teaspoon salt and drain in a colander 15 minutes. Rinse cucumbers under cold water, then squeeze handfuls to remove excess water; pat dry. Stir together wasabi powder and water in a bowl and let stand 5 minutes. Add vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce, whisking until sugar has dissolved. Add cucumbers and toss well. Cooks' note:• Cucumbers can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
Preparation Very thinly slice cucumbers crosswise with slicer; toss with 1 teaspoon salt and drain in a colander 15 minutes. Rinse cucumbers under cold water, then squeeze handfuls to remove excess water; pat dry. Stir together wasabi powder and water in a bowl and let stand 5 minutes. Add vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce, whisking until sugar has dissolved. Add cucumbers and toss well. Cooks' note:• Cucumbers can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
