Harusame Glass Noodle Salad (Microwave Easy Version)

Steps

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1. 1
   In a heat-resistant bowl, crack the egg and add 1 tbsp of water and the mayonnaise; whisk well until smooth with no lumps of mayo.
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2. 2
   Cover with plastic wrap and microwave at 600W for 40 seconds, then remove and break up the half-set egg with chopsticks or a whisk.
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3. 3
   Cover again and microwave for another 20 seconds, remove and break up; repeat once more, then microwave a final 20 seconds until fully set. Break into pieces to your preferred texture and set aside to cool.
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4. 4
   In a heat-resistant container, mix 150ml water, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, chicken stock powder, and grated garlic.
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5. 5
   Add the glass noodles, making sure they're fully submerged in the sauce, cover with plastic wrap and microwave at 600W for 3 minutes.
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6. 6
   Remove and stir gently, ensure noodles are submerged again, cover and microwave for another 1 minute. Stir well and let cool so the noodles absorb the flavor.
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7. 7
   Trim the ends of the cucumber (removing any bitterness), then cut diagonally and slice into thin strips. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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   Cut the ham in half and slice into thin strips, then loosen with your hands.
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9. 9
   Once the noodles have cooled, add the cucumber, ham, scrambled egg, sesame oil, and sesame seeds; toss everything together. Chill briefly in the fridge before serving for best results.
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