CUCUMBER SALAD

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An Asian-inspired dish, this cucumber salad is the perfect accompaniment to Thai curries

Provided by John Torode

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

50g sesame seeds
1 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
3 tbsp dashi , see how, below left
1 large cucumber

Steps:

  • Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan until golden, then crush 40g with the sugar using a pestle and mortar. Mix well with the soy sauce and dashi until you have a smooth dressing.
  • Cut the cucumber down the centre lengthways. Using a teaspoon, remove and discard the seeds. Cut into batons about 6cm long. Stir the dressing through, then sprinkle with the remaining sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 1.4 milligram of sodium

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