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Sea cucumber salad, also known as sea cucumber salad, is a familiar dish among coastal residents and a favorite side dish for many. The unique combination of crispy sea cucumber pieces, aromatic herbs, and the sweet and sour taste of mango helps balance the seafood's richness, awakening the taste buds of diners.
Refreshing Sea Cucumber Salad
Sea cucumber salad can be enjoyed with rice, as a light snack with a refreshing drink, or even served as an appetizer at parties. It is a highly appealing dish, and the preparation is quick and straightforward. You can easily make it at home without the need for complicated and time-consuming steps.
1. Crafting Green Mango Sea Cucumber Salad
Green mango sea cucumber salad is a favorite for its sweet and sour taste, combined with the refreshing crunch of sea cucumber. This dish is not only delicious but also rich in fiber, aiding in cooling the body and supporting weight loss. Let's explore the recipe below.
Ingredients for Green Mango Sea Cucumber Salad
- 250g Sea cucumber packaged (Available at supermarkets or seafood stores)
- 2 green mangoes
- 1 carrot, vinegar
- 1 small bowl of roasted peanuts
- Seasonings: Fish sauce, lime, sugar, garlic, chili, dried beef, seasoning powder, aromatic herbs...
Ingredients for making Green Mango Salad with Jellyfish
How to make Green Mango Salad with Jellyfish
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
- After purchasing jellyfish, rinse it thoroughly with water and let it drain. Then blanch it quickly with boiling water to reduce the fishy smell. Remove it and place it in a bowl of ice water to make the jellyfish texture crispier and fresher.
- Soak the jellyfish in ice water for about 15 minutes, then remove and drain.
- Wash the green mango and carrot, peel them, and use a grater to make thin strands for better seasoning absorption.
- Clean the herbs, wash them, cut them into small pieces, and let them drain.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic, slice the chili into thin pieces, and crush the peanuts.
Prepare the ingredients for making green mango jellyfish salad
Step 2: Prepare the dressing for jellyfish salad
- Mix the dressing with the following formula: 3 tablespoons of water, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of broth powder, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, then stir well to dissolve the spices. Add chopped garlic and chili, stir again, and season to taste.
Step 3: Toss the jellyfish salad with green mango
- Mix jellyfish, mango, carrot, herbs, and the dressing in a large bowl or clean basin. Toss well and season to taste. Finally, add crushed peanuts, toss again, and transfer to a plate.
Mix jellyfish meat with green mango and ingredients
Finished jellyfish salad with green mango
It's really simple, isn't it? Jellyfish mango salad is not too sour, the jellyfish is crispy, blended with the sweet and sour taste of mango, and the fragrance of herbs, along with the nutty flavor of crushed peanuts, making this jellyfish salad perfect for a snack or a side dish for family meals.
Finished product for jellyfish salad with green mango
2. How to make jellyfish salad with banana blossom
Ingredients for jellyfish banana blossom salad
- 500g Jellyfish, packaged and ready to use
- 1 Banana blossom
- 1 Carrot, 1 green mango
- 1 small bowl of roasted peanuts
- 1 Garlic, 2 chili peppers, 2 limes
- Seasonings: Fish sauce, salt, sugar, vinegar...
- Basil, cilantro, Vietnamese balm...
- Ingredients for Banana Blossom Salad
- How to make Banana Blossom Salad
Step 1: Prepare ingredients for Banana Blossom Salad
- After purchasing the jellyfish, rinse it thoroughly with water several times. Then blanch it in boiling water to make it clean and remove any fishy odor. Drain the water.
- Peel off the old leaves of the banana blossom, then slice it into thin strips. Soak the banana blossom in rice water, diluted saltwater, or vinegar to remove the sap, making it white and preventing discoloration. Soak the banana blossom for 15 - 20 minutes, then remove and rinse it thoroughly.
- Peel and clean the carrots and green mango. Slice or julienne them into thin strips.
- Peel and crush garlic, then finely chop. Cut the lime and squeeze out the juice, discarding the seeds. Slice the chili into thin rounds.
- Crush the roasted peanuts, and pick clean the leaves of perilla and cilantro. Rinse them thoroughly and chop finely.
Prepare ingredients for Banana Blossom Salad
Step 2: Prepare the dressing for Banana Blossom Salad
- Mix 1 small spoon of fish sauce, 1 spoon of salt, 2 spoons of sugar, 3 spoons of vinegar, 1 spoon of lime juice, then stir well to dissolve the spices. Next, add chopped garlic and thinly sliced chili, stir well and taste the seasoning.
Step 3: Mix Banana Blossom Salad
- Prepare a clean bowl or large dish, then add banana blossom, squid, mango, and carrot. Pour the prepared dressing from step 2, mix well with your hands, and squeeze to let the flavors soak in.
- Then add crushed roasted peanuts and mix well. Finally, add perilla leaves and tia to leaves, toss evenly, and present on a plate.
Thoroughly Finished Banana Blossom Salad
After being meticulously cleaned and marinated with spices, the squid becomes crispy, combining with various vegetables to create a dish with a full spectrum of flavors. It is recommended to enjoy Banana Blossom Salad immediately to prevent the squid from becoming soft and watery, ensuring the dish remains aesthetically pleasing and delicious.
Thoroughly Finished Banana Blossom Salad
3. Cucumber and Squid Salad
Ingredients for Cucumber and Squid Salad
- Squid, packaged, 500g
- Cucumbers, 3 pieces
- Pickled star fruit, 1 piece
- Lime, 2 pieces; Chili, 2 pieces; Garlic, 1 bulb.
- Fresh herbs (tia to, kinh gioi, coriander...).
- Seasonings: Fish sauce, sugar, salt, roasted peanuts...
Ingredients for Cucumber and Squid Salad
How to Make Cucumber and Squid Salad
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients for Cucumber and Squid Salad
- Clean the squid thoroughly with water and blanch it in boiling water to remove the fishy smell, ensuring a chewy and crisp texture.
- Wash the cucumber and cut off the ends. Gently rub both ends to remove the sap. Then, cut it in half, remove the seeds, and slice it thinly. Sprinkle half a teaspoon of salt on the sliced cucumber, let it sit for about 10 - 15 minutes, then drain excess water.
- Clean and finely chop garlic and chili. Wash and finely chop fresh herbs.
- Clean the sour star fruit and slice it into thin pieces. Crush the peanuts.
Step 2: Prepare the dressing
- Mix the dressing with 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, chopped garlic, chopped chili, lime juice. Stir well until the spices are dissolved.
Step 3: Mix the squid salad
- Place cucumber, squid, and star fruit in a large bowl, then pour the prepared dressing from step 2. Mix all the ingredients together, add herbs and crushed peanuts. Mix again, season to taste, and serve on a plate.
Finished product of squid and cucumber salad
The crispy squid meat combined with crunchy cucumber, tangy star fruit, and a blend of spices, fresh herbs, and the nutty flavor of crushed peanuts creates a delicious and enticing dish.
Refreshing and Crispy Squid and Cucumber Salad
4. Squid and Papaya Salad with Pork Ear
Ingredients for Squid and Papaya Salad with Pork Ear
- 500g Squid, packaged and sealed
- 300g Pork Ear
- 1 Green Papaya
- 2 Carrots
- Roasted Peanuts, Fresh Herbs
- 2 Limes, 1 Garlic, 2 Chillies
- Seasonings: Fish sauce, sugar, salt
Ingredients for Pork Ear and Green Papaya Salad
How to Make Pork Ear and Green Papaya Salad
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Clean the cuttlefish with water and blanch in boiling water for a fragrant and crispy texture.
- Rinse the pork ears thoroughly and rub with salt to remove any odor. Boil until cooked, then take out, wash with water, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance crispiness. Slice thinly afterward.
- Peel and wash the carrots and green papaya. Use a grater to create thin strips and soak them to remove sap. Then, drain and set aside.
- Peel and crush the garlic, thinly slice the chili, and finely crush the peanuts.
Prepare the Ingredients for Cuttlefish and Pork Ear Salad
Step 2: Make Cuttlefish and Pork Ear Salad
- Mix the dressing with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of water. Stir well to dissolve the seasonings. Then, add the minced garlic, sliced chili, and a bit of lime juice. Adjust the taste to your liking.
- Mix pork ears and cuttlefish in a large bowl, stir well, then add shredded papaya and carrot. Mix thoroughly.
- Next, add fresh herbs, finely crushed peanuts, and mix again. Adjust the seasoning and present it on a plate.
Finished product: Cuttlefish and Pork Ear Salad
Cuttlefish and Pork Ear Salad combines the cool and crisp texture of cuttlefish with the chewy crunch of pork ear cartilage, enhanced by the freshness of herbs, the crunch of papaya, and the nuttiness of crushed peanuts. A delightful dish for family meals.
Exquisite Cuttlefish, Pork Ear, and Papaya Salad
5. Diverse Seafood Salad with Cuttlefish
Ingredients for making the diverse seafood salad
- Fresh cuttlefish 500g (Or pre-prepared packaged cuttlefish)
- Roasted peanuts 150g
- Toasted sesame seeds 100g
- Bean sprouts 150g, cucumber 2 fruits
- Onion 1 bulb, lime 2 fruits, carrot 1 piece
- Lemongrass 2 stalks, lime leaves 5 leaves, basil, ginger
- Seasonings: Sugar, broth powder, sesame oil, vinegar, salt
Ingredients for mixed seafood salad
How to make mixed seafood salad
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
- After purchasing the squid, cut off the tentacles and turn the inner side of the mantle upwards. Rub the squid with sand to remove some of its sliminess. Then, wash the squid thoroughly with water, cut the squid meat into small pieces, soak it in diluted saltwater for about 15-20 minutes, then remove and rinse it with water. Repeat the soaking process 4-5 times to ensure the squid is free from toxins and becomes firm and crispy.
- After thorough cleaning, immerse the squid in warm water with a little ginger to enhance its aroma and eliminate the fishy smell.
- Crush peanuts and sesame seeds. Peel and wash the carrot, then cut it into thin strips.
- Wash and peel the cucumber, then slice it into thin, bite-sized pieces. Peel and clean the onion, cut it into small pieces, and soak it in vinegar-diluted water for about 15 minutes to reduce its pungency. Rinse it again with water and drain.
- Peel and clean the lemongrass, crush it, and clean the bean sprouts by removing the roots and rinsing them thoroughly.
Prepare the ingredients for mixed seafood salad
Step 2: How to make mixed seafood salad
- Mix water with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of MSG, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of water, and 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, then stir well until the seasonings are dissolved.
- Add squid, carrot, bean sprouts, onion, cucumber, sliced lime leaves, mint, chili, lemongrass, all at once. Mix them thoroughly with the prepared seasoning water and let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Finally, add crushed peanuts and sesame seeds, then toss it one more time. The mixed seafood salad is now complete.
Mix the seafood salad
Finished product of assorted seafood salad
To achieve a delicious seafood salad, it requires fresh and clean ingredients, mixed thoroughly with all the necessary spices. The squid should have a crispy texture without the fishy taste, blending well with the aromatic flavor of roasted peanuts and sesame seeds. After mixing, it is recommended to consume the seafood salad immediately to prevent excess water and maintain the squid's firmness.
Finished product of assorted seafood salad
Here are 5 ways to make delicious and popular seafood salads, with simple and easy-to-find ingredients. With just a few steps, you can have a flavorful, crispy seafood salad. Let's get into the kitchen and make it right away.
