Nutrient-Rich Ginseng Crab Stick Salad Recipe
Nutrient-Rich Ginseng Crab Stick Salad Recipe
Appetizing Ginseng Crab Stick Salad for Special Occasions
A creamy salad made with mayonnaise, loved by everyone! It’s fascinating that you can enjoy healthy ginseng in a salad. The subtle sweetness and nuttiness of ginseng combined with the savory flavor of crab sticks make this a perfect light meal or side dish. The crisp texture from fresh vegetables adds to the deliciousness.
Salad Ingredients- 1/2 root fresh ginseng
- 1 pack imitation crab sticks (approx. 100-150g)
- 1/4 onion
- 1 handful peas (frozen or canned)
- 1/2 avocado
Salad Dressing- 5 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 5 Tbsp mayonnaise
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s prepare all the ingredients thoroughly to make a delicious ginseng and crab stick salad.
Step 2
Prepare the peas. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the peas, and cook for about 4 minutes. Drain the cooked peas and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking. (If using frozen peas, follow the package instructions.)
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the other ingredients. Gently shred the imitation crab sticks into bite-sized pieces (about 2cm long) along the grain. Finely slice the onion, soak it in cold water for a few minutes to remove any harshness, then drain well. Pit, peel, and dice the avocado into pieces similar in size to the crab sticks. Finally, thinly peel the ginseng and slice it into fine strips, similar in thickness to the julienned onion.
Step 4
To reduce any bitterness from the ginseng and enhance its natural sweetness and nutty aroma, briefly blanch the julienned ginseng in boiling water for about 10-15 seconds. Immediately rinse the blanched ginseng in cold water and drain thoroughly to maintain a crisp texture.
Step 5
In a large bowl, combine the shredded crab sticks, sliced onion, blanched ginseng, and drained peas. Add 5 tablespoons of rich mayonnaise to the mixture.
Step 6
Avocado is best when it retains its creamy texture, so mixing it too early can cause it to become mushy. It’s best to add the diced avocado just before serving.
Step 7
Gently toss the ingredients in the bowl with the mayonnaise until well combined. Mix carefully to ensure the dressing coats everything evenly. Transfer the prepared salad to a serving dish, and top with the diced avocado or serve it on the side. Your nutritious ginseng and crab stick salad is complete! Enjoy this light and healthy salad.
