Kiyuri Namasu

Ingredients

2 cucumbers
1/2 ts salt
1/4 c vinegar
1 1/2 tb sugar
1/4 ts msg
1 ts ginger

Instructions

(optional) Peel cucumbers and split in half lengthwise. Cut cucumbers into thin slices and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let stand for 15 minutes. Squeeze out excess water. Mix together the rest of the ingredients and add to the cucumbers. Mix well and chill. May be prepared ahead.