Cucumber in soy dressing

This simple side is perfect for any table. The crunchy cucumber is drenched in a drizzle of soy sauce, which adds salt and a lovely umami taste to the dish. It is perfect as a palate cleanser between bites, especially when served with spicy curries or grilled meats and kebabs.

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Ingredients:

2 cucumbers, partially peeled, halved horizontally and thinly shaved

2 tablespoons soy sauce

4 tablespoons rice wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon chilli flakes

1 teaspoon sugar

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Mix all the ingredients, leaving aside 1/2 teaspoon of the sesame seeds. Marinate for at least 1 hour, but overnight is preferred.

Serve in a bowl garnished with the sesame seeds.