Gingered Sesame Cucumbers
So what kinds of food do you eat for Chinese new year? Longevity Noodles are eaten to ensure a long life. Wontons bring wealth and and treasure. Shaped like gold bars, Spring Rolls (aka eggrolls) are eaten for prosperity. And a great side dish to all of these a cool, ginger sesame cucumbers.
Course:
Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine:
Chinese
Keyword:
asian, chinese new year, cucumber, onion, sesame
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion (white)
- 4 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup Seasoned Rice Vinegar
- 1/4 cup ponzu sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed garlic
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons black sesame seeds
Instructions
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Start by slicing the cucumbers super thin using a mandolin.
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Next, slice the onions using the same tool.
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Put all the ingredients together in a non-corrosive dish (no metal) and chill for at least 12 hours.
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This salad is refreshing and delicious - and so easy to make!
Recipe Notes
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