Easy and Refreshing Marinated Shiso Leaf and Cucumber Sunomono

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   Thinly slice a cucumber lengthwise with a peeler.

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   (They come out cleanly if you lay the cucumber flat on a cutting board.)

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   Put the slices of cucumber in a bowl, sprinkle with the salt, work it into the cucumber, then set aside for 5 minutes.

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   Once they become wilted, squeeze out the excess water.

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   Slice the shiso leaves into slivers.

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   (They turn out nicely by loosely rolling the three leaves together before slicing.)

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   Lightly grind the sesame seeds.

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   Blend the ingredients well, then add the rest of the ingredients, except for the shiso leaves, and toss.

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   Chill well in the refrigerator, then toss with the shiso leaves right before serving, and it's done.

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    Note: Since the cucumbers will start to discolor after some time, chill briefly right before serving.

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    Alternatively, slice the ingredients, chill in the refrigerator separately from the ingredients, then combine the two right before serving.

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    For best results,chill in the refrigerator if time allows.

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    For those in a hurry, serve on ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.