Chikuwa and Cucumber Salad with Aromatic Herbs
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An easy salad combining chikuwa and cucumber with refreshing Japanese aromatics like myoga ginger and shiso leaves, tossed in a savory mayonnaise dressing. The addition of bonito flakes and ground sesame adds depth and a delightful crunchy texture.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Cut all ingredients (myoga, shiso leaves, cucumber, chikuwa) into appropriate sizes. → Soak the myoga in water to remove harshness, then pat thoroughly dry. → Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a bowl to create the special sauce. → Add all prepared ingredients into the bowl with the dressing and toss well.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Cut all ingredients (myoga, shiso leaves, cucumber, chikuwa) into appropriate sizes. → Soak the myoga in water to remove harshness, then pat thoroughly dry. → Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a bowl to create the special sauce. → Add all prepared ingredients into the bowl with the dressing and toss well.
Introduction
An easy salad combining chikuwa and cucumber with refreshing Japanese aromatics like myoga ginger and shiso leaves, tossed in a savory mayonnaise dressing. The addition of bonito flakes and ground sesame adds depth and a delightful crunchy texture.
Step 1
Trim the stem ends of the myoga, cut them in half lengthwise, and slice thinly on a diagonal.
Step 2
Fill a bowl with water and soak the sliced myoga for about 5 minutes to remove the harsh taste.
Step 3
Rinse the shiso leaves briefly and gently pat dry with paper towels. Trim off the stems, cut in half, and slice into thin strips.
Step 4
Trim both ends of the cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, and slice thinly on a diagonal.
Step 5
Cut the chikuwa into diagonal slices.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
💡 Soaking the myoga in water removes its unique bitterness and harshness for a better finish.
⚠️ If moisture remains, the dressing will be diluted and the flavors will be bland. Be sure to dry the shiso and myoga thoroughly with paper towels.
🍳 To prevent the cucumber from releasing excess water, it is recommended to toss the salad immediately before serving.
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