Japanese Cucumber 300G
Product Summary
| Product | Japanese Cucumber |
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| Also Known As | Kyuri |
| Weight | 300g |
| Type | Fresh Vegetable |
| Colour | Dark Green |
| Flavour | Mild and Refreshing |
| Texture | Crisp and Juicy |
| Common Uses | Salads, Sushi, Pickles, Chilled Noodle Dishes and Vegetable Side Dishes |
Description
Japanese Cucumber, also known as Kyuri, is a fresh vegetable known for its slender shape, thin green skin, small seeds and crisp texture. With its mild, refreshing flavour, it is suitable for salads, sushi, pickles, chilled noodle dishes and a variety of everyday meals.
Physical Characteristics
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Size: Grows 7 to 9 inches (18 to 22 cm) long with a uniform, narrow, cylindrical shape.
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Skin & Surface: Deep forest-green, thin, and slightly ribbed with tiny, subtle prickly bumps along the surface.
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Seeds & Core: Very small, soft seed cavity with a dense, crisp surrounding flesh.
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Texture: Remarkably snappy and firm throughout—never watery, soft, or seedy.
Growth and Origin
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Native Habitat: Developed in Japan and widely cultivated across East and Southeast Asia.
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Cultivation & Sourcing: Grown under controlled agricultural conditions to protect the delicate skin, harvested young using standard farming practices to guarantee crisp firmness and steady year-round availability.
How to Use
Wash the Japanese cucumber thoroughly under clean running water before use. Slice it thinly for salads, sushi rolls and sandwiches, or cut it into sticks for a refreshing snack. You can also toss it with sesame oil, garlic and soy sauce for a simple side dish, or pickle it with vinegar and seasonings. Japanese cucumber is commonly enjoyed raw and can also be added to cold noodle dishes.
Nutritional Benefits
Japanese cucumber is a low-calorie vegetable with a high water content. It provides small amounts of vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, making it a refreshing addition to salads, snacks and everyday meals.
How to Store
Keep fresh Japanese cucumber refrigerated until ready to use. Store it in the refrigerator's crisper drawer to help maintain its crisp texture. Avoid excess moisture and keep it away from very cold areas that may damage the cucumber. Wash it just before use and consume while it remains firm and fresh.
Order & Delivery Process
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Step 2: Customer places order in our website.
Step 3: Payment via payment gateway (Fiuu). Once successful, go to step 4.
Step 4: Warehouse receives order and items picked, packed & delivered to customer.
Step 5: Customer’s order fulfilled.
Order cancellation & reschedule delivery
Any cancellation of order or reschedule delivery shall be made before 6pm from the same day of placement of your order ("Grace Period") by contacting our customer service officer at veggies.my@gmail.com or our hotline: 016-6505535. Any request for cancellation made or reschedule delivery after the Grace Period will not be entertained.
We reserve the absolute discretion to approve or reject your request for cancellation or reschedule delivery. For any cancellation of your order, you shall be responsible for the payment of an administrative charge, which shall be determined by us prior to your cancellation. Notwithstanding anything stated to the contrary, no cancellation or reschedule delivery will be entertained once your orders have been shipped to your shipping address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Japanese cucumber?
Is Japanese cucumber the same as Kyuri?
What does Japanese cucumber taste like?
How do you prepare Japanese cucumber?
How do you eat Japanese cucumber?
What dishes can I make with Japanese cucumber?
Can you eat Japanese cucumber with the skin on?
How do you store Japanese cucumber?
Is Japanese cucumber suitable for pickling?
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