Asazuke 浅漬け

How to make Asazuke - This traditional pickled cucumber dish r equires a very short pickling time. Asazuke can be bought in most Asian supermarkets, but if you have the ingredients on hand, it’s easy to make on your own.

MAKES 4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
7 ounces (200 grams) cucumber
½ tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon dashi powder
1 small dry chili, finely chopped

Method:
1. Chop the cucumber into 1-inch cubes.

2. In a small bowl, combine the salt, sugar, dashi and chili.

3. Combine the cucumber with the seasoning and transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate overnight before serving.