Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber and Seafood Salad)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 5

Refreshing and savory Sunomono, a Japanese Cucumber and Seafood Salad

Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber and Seafood Salad)

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

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

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Sunomono is a popular Japanese dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. The dish is made with thinly sliced cucumber and crab meat, and it is dressed with a sweet and tangy sauce made from soy sauce and rice vinegar. Sunomono can be made with a variety of seafood, including shrimp, octopus, squid, and mollusks. The dish is often served in Japanese restaurants and is well-loved by many people around the world.

Instructions

1.	In a large colander, toss the cucumber slices with the salt and let stand for 10 minutes.
2.	Rinse the cucumber slices with cold water and drain well. Squeeze out any excess water by hand and pat dry with paper towels.
3.	In a medium bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce and sesame seeds.
4.	Toss the cucumber slices and crab sticks with the vinegar mixture until well coated.
5.	Chill the Sunomono before serving and garnish with additional sesame seeds.

PROS

Sunomono is a refreshing and savory salad that is easy to make and perfect for hot days.

The dish is healthy, low in calories, and packed with nutrients.

The salad is high in protein and low in fat, making it a great meal for people who want to lose weight.

CONS

Sunomono may be too sour for some people.

Imitation crab sticks may not be everyone’s favorite seafood option, and can be substituted with real crab meat if desired.

Additionally, this salad may be too light for some palates and may need to be paired with additional dishes to make a complete meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sunomono is a healthy and low-calorie dish that is packed with nutrients.
The cucumber in this recipe is low in calories and high in water content, making it perfect for hydration.
The vinegar and sesame seeds in the recipe add extra flavor and contain antioxidants that help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels.