Japanese Smashed Cucumbers

picture of cucumbers that are smashed, Japanese style, for more flavor

Japanese Smashed Cucumbers

Prep Time

1 hour

Cook Time

-  

Serves

2 people

Japanese Smashed Cucumbers are part of the Side Dishes From Around the World series by Rattan Direct.

This dish is quick and easy to prepare and is so fresh and full of flavor! Standard in Asia, smashing cucumbers produces more flavor and also allows the cucumber to absorb more of the flavors and seasonings in a dish.

Click here to see how it’s made!

This recipe pairs perfectly with our Japanese Yakitori Barbecue Skewers.

Ingredients

  • 1 pack baby cucumbers, or 1 cucumber cut into 5 pieces
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Maldon salt

Preparation

  • 1 Place everything in a plastic bag and bash with a rolling pin or meat hammer, just enough to break the cucumber
  • 2 Place in the fridge until ice cold and serve.

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