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Illustration of Quick Cucumber Asazuke in a colourful bento box

Quick Cucumber Asazuke

⏱️ 15 min · Japanese · Veg side

Nut-freeNo reheatingVegetarianAsian stapleSesame-free

Ingredients

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  • Rice vinegar: Mild, gentle vinegar for seasoning sushi rice and quick pickles. Where to buy

Method

  1. Slice cucumber thinly.
  2. Toss with salt, vinegar and sugar; rest 10 min.
  3. Squeeze lightly and pack.

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