SU-NO-MO-NO SALAD
Description:
This SU-NO-MO-NO Salad is a delightful Japanese-inspired dish, boasting a tantalizing blend of flavors and textures. With its tangy dressing and refreshing vegetables, it serves as the perfect accompaniment to a variety of main courses, particularly shrimp dishes or any oriental fare. Its crisp freshness also pairs beautifully with Tempura, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Recipe Category: Japanese 🇯🇵
Keywords: Asian, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 83.9 per serving
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 46.5mg
- Sodium Content: 669.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 13.6g
- Protein Content: 2.8g
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 3 reviews
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | White sugar |
| 7 | Vinegar |
| 2 | Soy sauce |
| 1/4 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Harusame noodles |
| 1/2 | English cucumber |
| 1/4 | Carrot |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1 | Ham |
| 1/4 | Ginger |
| 1/4 | Dijon mustard |
Instructions:
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Prepare Dressing:
- In a saucepan, combine white sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil without stirring.
- Optionally, add ginger or Dijon mustard for extra flavor.
- Allow the dressing to cool. (Note: Store it in a closed container to maintain freshness.)
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Cook Harusame:
- Boil water in a pot.
- Add Harusame noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but not overcooked.
- Test for doneness by checking for white streaks when lifting with chopsticks.
- Once cooked, drain and cool the Harusame noodles in cold water.
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Prepare Vegetables:
- Thinly slice the English cucumber.
- Grate the carrot.
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Assemble Salad:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked Harusame noodles, sliced cucumber, and grated carrot.
- Toss the vegetables with the prepared dressing until well coated.
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Garnish:
- Decorate the salad with chopped hard-boiled egg and sliced ham, if desired.
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Serve:
- Plate the SU-NO-MO-NO Salad and serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or accompaniment to your favorite oriental main course, such as shrimp dishes or Tempura.
This SU-NO-MO-NO Salad is a testament to the vibrant flavors of Japanese cuisine, offering a delightful combination of textures and tastes that are sure to impress your family and guests. Enjoy the tangy dressing, crisp vegetables, and tender Harusame noodles in every mouthful of this easy-to-make salad! 🥗🍤🍜
