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Chinese Cabbage Salad with Sesame

Pikantne Valentine's Day Salads 25 min Easy 9 wyświetleń ~12.06 PLN - (0)
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A light, crunchy salad made with napa cabbage, aromatic sesame, and a bold, slightly sweet-and-sour dressing based on soy sauce and rice vinegar. The dish has Asian inspirations — fresh vegetables (cabbage, carrot, red pepper) combine with toasted sesame and gently sweet honey, creating a pleasant contrast of textures and flavors. The salad is visually striking thanks to the red pepper and green chives, making it a great choice as a light appetizer or side dish for a Valentine's menu. It can be served in a bowl in the center of the table or individually on porcelain plates — it looks particularly appealing when sprinkled with extra sesame seeds and toasted nuts.

Ingredients (14)

Servings:
4
  • Chinese cabbage 500 g
  • Carrot 1.3 szt.
  • Red bell pepper 120 g
  • Chives (spring onion) 2 szt.
  • Sesame (seeds) 20 g
  • Sesame oil 30 ml
  • Soy sauce 30 ml
  • Rice vinegar 30 ml
  • Honey 20 ml
  • Garlic 2 ząbki
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 0.1 szczypt
  • Black pepper 2 szczypty
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Roasted peanuts 30 g
  • Chili flakes (optional) 1 łyżeczka
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~12.06 PLN (3.01 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparing the vegetables

1

Wash the napa cabbage under running cold water, separating the leaves to remove any dirt. Dry with a paper towel or a salad spinner. Remove the tough, woody end of the head. Place the cabbage on a cutting board and, using a sharp knife (preferably 20 cm), cut it crosswise into strips about 1 cm wide — cutting crosswise will give the salad a nice, even texture. You should end up with a fluffy mass of uniform strips about 1 cm wide; this will take about 5–7 minutes.

Ingredients: Chinese cabbage
Use a large, stable cutting board and a sharp kitchen knife. If you prefer smaller pieces, cut them into 0.5 cm. Do not tear the leaves too hard with your hands — they may become soft.
2

Peel the carrot and grate it on a medium grater (about 4–5 mm) or cut it into thin julienne strips. If you are using a grater, do this on a plate or cutting board to collect all the grated carrot. The whole process should take 2–3 minutes.

Ingredients: Carrot
If you don't have a grater, use a vegetable peeler to make thin ribbons. Be careful with your fingers while grating — stop about 1 cm from the end of the carrot.
3

Cut out the seed pod from the red pepper, slice it in half, and remove the membranes and seeds. Cut the flesh into thin strips about 5 mm wide. Chop the chives into small pieces, 0.5–1 cm long, keeping the green ends for decoration. The whole process should take 3–4 minutes.

Ingredients: Red bell pepper, Chives (spring onion)
Use a sharp knife for the bell pepper to get even strips. When chopping the chives, hold the bunch with your thumb to keep it from sliding on the board.

Dressing

4

Prepare the dressing: in a small bowl, combine soy sauce (30 ml), rice vinegar (30 ml), sesame oil (30 ml), and honey (20 g). Add finely chopped or minced garlic (10 g). Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk for 30–45 seconds until the ingredients are combined and a smooth emulsion forms. Taste the dressing and adjust with salt (carefully) and pepper if needed.

Ingredients: Soy sauce, Rice vinegar, Sesame oil, Honey, Garlic, Salt, Black pepper
Use a small bowl (about 300 ml) and a whisk or fork. Sesame oil has a strong aroma — if it's too intense, reduce to 20 ml and make up the difference with 10 ml of a neutral oil (e.g., canola oil).

Toasting seeds

5

Heat a dry, medium-sized skillet (preferably non-stick) over medium heat. Add sesame seeds (20 g) and toast, stirring constantly or shaking the pan for 2–3 minutes, until the seeds are golden and start to release a nutty aroma. Be careful — sesame seeds can burn quickly. After toasting, transfer the seeds to a bowl to stop the toasting process.

Ingredients: Sesame (seeds)
Use a wooden spoon to stir or shake the pan. Don't leave the stove — the process is quick. If you want a more intense flavor, toast for an additional 30–60 seconds, but keep an eye on the color.

Mixing and combining

6

In a large bowl (minimum capacity 3 l), place the chopped cabbage, grated carrot, and strips of pepper. Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the vegetables. Use two large spoons or tongs to gently but thoroughly mix the ingredients for 1–2 minutes, ensuring that each piece of vegetable is coated with the dressing. Taste the salad and add a pinch of salt or pepper if needed.

Ingredients: Chinese cabbage, Carrot, Red bell pepper, Soy sauce, Rice vinegar, Sesame oil, Honey, Garlic, Salt, Black pepper
The best is a large, wide metal or glass bowl. Mix gently so that the cabbage doesn't release too much juice and doesn't become overly soft.

Finishing and serving

7

Add chopped chives and half of the toasted sesame seeds to the salad. Gently mix for 30 seconds. Transfer the salad to a platter or portion it onto plates. Sprinkle with the remaining sesame seeds and, if using, toasted peanuts and a pinch of chili flakes (optional). You can let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, but serve it no later than 30 minutes to maintain its crunch.

Ingredients: Chives (spring onion), Sesame (seeds), Roasted peanuts, Chili flakes (optional)
Use a flat platter for an impressive presentation; garnish with green chives for contrast. Additionally, you can add toasted nuts to enhance the texture.

Serving

8

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as an appetizer or a light side dish. For a Valentine's effect, you can serve it in small, individual bowls or shape it into a heart on a plate using a food ring.

Ingredients: Chinese cabbage, Sesame oil, Soy sauce
If you prepare in advance, store the dressing separately and combine it 10–15 minutes before serving, so the cabbage doesn't become too soggy.

Fun Fact

💡

Napa cabbage (bok choy) is popular in Chinese and Asian cuisine; its delicate leaves pair perfectly with toasted sesame, which has been used in Southeast Asian cooking for thousands of years.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the salad in a flat serving dish, sprinkled with fresh chives and the remaining toasted sesame seeds. For a Valentine's presentation, use heart-shaped porcelain bowls or decorate the edges of the plate with thin strips of red bell pepper. It pairs wonderfully with grilled salmon or baked tofu.

🥡 Storage

Store the salad in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 48 hours. It's best to keep the dressing separate — after adding the dressing, the salad will maintain its best texture for 8–12 hours. Do not freeze. Before serving, mix again and optionally season with fresh lemon juice or an additional teaspoon of honey.

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