Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 pound cucumbers ½ teaspoon salt 1/3 cup seasoned rice vinegar ¼ teaspoon instant *Dashi granules (optional; available in many grocery stores) 1 teaspoon sesame oil, or to taste Instructions: 1. In a dry heavy skillet, toast sesame seeds over moderate heat, shaking skillet, until golden. Let cool. 2.