Description
This Viral Crispy Dumpling Salad is a delightful fusion of Asian flavors and textures. Crispy dumplings add a satisfying crunch to a refreshing salad base, all tossed in a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
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Dumpling Salad:
- 8–10 frozen dumplings (any variety, steamed or pan-fried)
- 2 cups shredded lettuce or cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup cucumber (thinly sliced or julienned)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili crisp or sriracha
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Cook the Dumplings: Follow package instructions to cook the dumplings, aiming for a crispy texture.
- Prepare Salad Base: Combine lettuce, carrots, cucumber, green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds in a large bowl.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey/maple syrup, chili crisp/sriracha, garlic, and ginger.
- Assemble Salad: Slice cooked dumplings and add to the salad. Drizzle dressing and toss gently.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately for the best contrast of textures.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite dumpling variety.
- This recipe can be easily scaled up for more servings.
- For extra crunch, consider topping with crushed peanuts or fried shallots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course or Salad
- Method: Stovetop or Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
