• Jun 11, 2026 japanese pickles cookbook light salted and fermen Ingredients: 2 cucumbers 1 tablespoon coarse sea salt 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional) Shiso leaves or chili flakes for flavoring Method: Wash cucumbers thoroughly and cut into thin slices or spears. Sprinkle salt over the cucumbers and toss gently. Place in a bowl, cover, and let sit for By Lorena Mitchell