Description
Sesame-soy Dumpling Salad is a quick and flavorful meal that transforms frozen dumplings into a crispy, vibrant dish. Featuring pan-fried dumplings, crunchy wombok cabbage, fresh vegetables, and a bold sesame-soy dressing, this salad makes a perfect family-friendly lunch or dinner option.
Ingredients
Sesame-Soy Dressing
- 3 tbsp tamari or all-purpose soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp chilli oil crisp, plus extra to serve (optional)
- 1 spring onion (scallion), finely sliced
- 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (cilantro)
- 2–3 tbsp water
Salad
- 2 cups (150 g) shredded wombok cabbage (can be substituted with green cabbage)
- 1 Lebanese (short) cucumber, sliced
- 2 spring onions (scallions), finely sliced
- ½ red onion, finely sliced
- 24 vegetable dumplings (or dumplings/gyoza of your choice), prepared as per the packet instructions and pan-fried
- ½ cup (7 g) coriander (cilantro) leaves
- ¼ cup (40 g) finely chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Make the soy dressing: Add tamari or soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, toasted sesame seeds, chilli oil crisp, sliced spring onion, and chopped coriander into a medium bowl. Whisk all ingredients together until combined. Gradually add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water, one tablespoon at a time, stirring until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
- Pan-fry the dumplings: Prepare the dumplings according to the packet instructions, typically by pan-frying. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add a little oil, and fry the dumplings until golden and crispy on the outside while cooked through inside.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine shredded wombok cabbage, sliced cucumber, spring onions, and red onion. Place the crispy pan-fried dumplings on top.
- Add the dressing and garnish: Pour the sesame-soy dressing over the salad and dumplings, then toss gently to coat everything evenly. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and chopped roasted peanuts. Drizzle extra chilli oil crisp on top if desired for an added kick.
- Serve immediately: Serve the Sesame-soy Dumpling Salad fresh for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute wombok cabbage with green cabbage if preferred.
- Vegetable dumplings can be swapped with meat or seafood dumplings depending on your preference.
- Adjust the amount of chilli oil crisp to your heat tolerance or omit for a milder flavor.
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari.
- For gluten-free, ensure tamari and dumplings are certified gluten-free.
