Steps

1. Wash 4 potatoes, wrap them in damp paper towels.
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2. Microwave the wrapped potatoes on 600W for 4 minutes, flip, and microwave for another 4 minutes. 【Here's the tip!】 Steaming with the skin on results in a more delicious finish than peeling before cooking.
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3. Slice 3 cucumbers using a slicer, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and let sit for a while. 【Here's the tip!】 Salt not only draws out moisture but also serves to season the ingredients thoroughly.
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4. Pat dry 200g of ham and cut into 2cm cubes for easy eating.
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5. Lightly squeeze the moisture from the cucumbers and taste. 【Here's the tip!】 By seasoning the cucumbers well and using less mayonnaise, you can create a light potato salad.
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6. Microwave the potatoes again for 4 minutes. 【Here's the tip!】 If the microwave window fogs up, it's a sign that moisture is coming out of the ingredients and they are cooking.
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7. Squeeze out the moisture from the cucumbers again thoroughly. 【Here's the tip!】 To prevent it from becoming watery later, squeeze out the moisture well at this stage.
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8. Press the sides of the potatoes to check if they are soft. A total of 12 minutes of microwaving will bring them to the perfect state.
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9. Peel the potatoes once they have cooled slightly. 【Here's the tip!】 Peeling while still warm, before they are completely cool, prevents the skin's bitterness and astringency from transferring to the potatoes. They become easier to peel as they cool slightly.
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10. While the potatoes are still warm, mash them and mix in 2 pinches of salt, 1 tbsp of vinegar, and 1 tbsp of lemon juice while mashing. 【Here's the tip!】 Seasoning with salt and vinegar beforehand, rather than just with mayonnaise, prevents it from becoming heavy and allows you to use less mayonnaise.
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11. Once the potatoes have cooled slightly, add 4 tbsp of mayonnaise and mix, tasting and adjusting as needed.
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12. Add the squeezed cucumbers and cut ham, and mix gently to combine.
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13. Plate and serve. 【Here's the tip!】 If you plan to eat it on the second day or later, adjust the taste with mayonnaise, salt, or vinegar just before serving for an even more delicious result.
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