Cut noodles into 2-inch lengths.
Bring a pot of water to the boil.
Turn off the heat and add the noodles.
Let them soak for 3-4 minutes or until transparent.
Transfer to a colander, rinse with cold water and drain.
Slice cucumbers thinly and sprinkle with a little additional salt.
Blot the cucumber slices dry and place them in a bowl with the noodles.
Drain the tuna and add it to the noodles and cucumber.
Sprinkle salad with the Chuka Dressing.
Season with salt and pepper.
Chuka Dressing:.
Combine all ingredients in a screw top jar.
Shake well and refrigerate until needed.
shake well again just before using.
Ingredients:
1 (3 1/2 ounce) packages harusame noodles
2 cucumbers ( 8 inches or 7oz total)
1 (6 ounce) cans tuna
1 pinch salt and pepper
8 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons sesame oil
4 teaspoons light soy sauce
2 teaspoons mirin
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted and ground
1/2 teaspoon salt
Steps/Methods:
Cut noodles into 2-inch lengths.
Bring a pot of water to the boil.
Turn off the heat and add the noodles.
Let them soak for 3-4 minutes or until transparent.
Transfer to a colander, rinse with cold water and drain.
Slice cucumbers thinly and sprinkle with a little additional salt.
Blot the cucumber slices dry and place them in a bowl with the noodles.
Drain the tuna and add it to the noodles and cucumber.
Sprinkle salad with the Chuka Dressing.
Season with salt and pepper.
Chuka Dressing:.
Combine all ingredients in a screw top jar.
Shake well and refrigerate until needed.
shake well again just before using.
