Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring crispy dumplings and a spicy soy dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (20–30 pieces) frozen dumplings of choice
- 180 g arugula
- 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 60 g green onions, sliced
- 60 g onion, thinly sliced
- 30 g sesame seeds
- 15 ml olive oil, for frying
- 75 ml tamari or soy sauce
- 30 ml rice vinegar
- 5 g freshly minced garlic
- 5 g freshly grated ginger
- 15 g brown sugar
- 15 ml chili crisp or chili oil
- 30–45 ml water, to thin
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together tamari/soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and chili crisp. Gradually add water until desired consistency. Set aside.
- Combine arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, and onion in a large salad bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook frozen dumplings in a single layer for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp and golden.
- Add crispy dumplings to the salad bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and toss gently.
- Portion salad onto plates. Optional: drizzle extra chili oil for added spice.
Notes
- Confirm dumplings are meat-free for a vegetarian option.
- Adjust chili oil to taste.
- Best enjoyed immediately to keep dumplings crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stir-fry and toss
- Cuisine: Asian