Sunomono (Japanese Pickled Cucumber) Recipe
Sunomono (Japanese Pickled Cucumber)
Serves 4
Sunomono is an easy-to-make, vinegar-based, side dish which is tangy and refreshing.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon shallot, finely minced
- OPTIONAL:
- sesame seeds
Directions:
- In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Simmer until sugar and salt dissolve. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Pour over cucumber and shallot. Allow to marinate at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.