Delicious and Refreshing Sesame Jellyfish Salad

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Delicious and Refreshing Sesame Jellyfish Salad
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 28, 2023

This Sesame Jellyfish Salad is a delectable and refreshing dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Made with crispy and tender jellyfish tossed in a tangy sesame dressing, it is a perfect appetizer for any meal. The combination of crunchy vegetables and aromatic sesame seeds adds texture and flavor to this delightful salad. Prepare this dish in just a few minutes and impress your friends and family with this unique and exotic recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound jellyfish
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup julienned carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Directions

  1. First, wash and drain the jellyfish thoroughly.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, and garlic to prepare the dressing.
  3. Place the jellyfish in a large bowl and pour the dressing over it. Toss well to coat the jellyfish evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 10-15 minutes to marinate.
  5. In the meantime, prepare the vegetables by slicing the bell peppers and julienning the carrots.
  6. After marinating, add the bell peppers, carrots, scallions, and cilantro to the bowl with the jellyfish.
  7. Toss everything together until well combined.
  8. Season with salt to taste.
  9. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
  10. Enjoy this flavorful and refreshing Sesame Jellyfish Salad!

Interesting Facts

  • Jellyfish is a common delicacy in Asian cuisine and is known for its crunchy texture.
  • Sesame seeds are a rich source of essential nutrients like calcium and iron.
  • Jellyfish is low in calories and fat, making it a healthy ingredient choice for salads.