Instructions: Boil the unpeeled potatoes. Meanwhile, cut the cucumber lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cut the cucumber into thin slices and place them in a small bowl. Add one teaspoon salt and mix well.

Cut the onion into thin slices and soak them in cold water until youre ready to use them.

When the potatoes are done, remove the skins and cut the potatoes lengthwise, then cut them into pieces about 1-inch wide. Wash the cucumber with water and squeeze the water out. Also squeeze the water from the onion.

Place the potatoes, cucumber and onion slices, ham, and the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Comments: This potato salad tastes very close to the kind you buy in Japan. You could also add chopped apple slices to surprise your taste buds.

If you would like to email yourself the recipe for later use, or share the recipe with your friends or family, enter the email addresses below and this recipe will be emailed to you and others as well.