Crispy and Delicious Shredded Carrot Salad Recipe
A Refreshing and Chewy Shredded Carrot Salad with a Sweet and Tangy Flavor
This shredded carrot salad is wonderfully delicious with its natural sweetness and satisfyingly chewy texture. It makes a great side dish, especially when you need something to stimulate your appetite.
Main Ingredients- 1 Carrot
- 1 Tbsp Brown Rice Vinegar
- 0.5 Tbsp Coarse Sea Salt
- 1 Tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- Small bunch of Scallions or Green Onion (about 1/2 stalk)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 Tsp Apple Enzyme (or sugar/honey)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the carrot thoroughly under running water. You can peel it lightly with a peeler or a knife, or even leave the skin on if it’s clean. Peel the garlic and wash the scallions.
Step 2
Finely mince the peeled garlic. Slice the scallions thinly on an angle to add a fresh aroma. If using young green onions, you can also chop them finely.
Step 3
Now it’s time to shred the carrot. For the best texture in the salad, shred the carrot thinly and evenly using a knife or a shredding tool.
Step 4
Place the shredded carrots in a bowl and add 0.5 tablespoon of coarse sea salt. Let the carrots sit for about 10 minutes to soften slightly while retaining their crispness. Stir them once or twice during this time to ensure even salting.
Step 5
After being salted for about 10 minutes, the shredded carrots will have absorbed some moisture and become slightly more tender.
Step 6
Gently squeeze out the excess water from the salted carrots using your hands. Be careful not to squeeze too hard, as this could mash the carrots. Removing the water effectively helps the dressing to adhere better.
Step 7
To the squeezed carrots, add the minced garlic, sliced scallions, 1 tablespoon of brown rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of apple enzyme, and 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds. If you don’t have apple enzyme, you can substitute it with sugar or honey. Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Step 8
Now, gently mix everything together with your hands until well combined. The key is to toss the carrots gently so they don’t break apart. Ensure the dressing coats every strand of carrot evenly.
Step 9
Transfer the nicely mixed shredded carrot salad to a serving plate. Enjoy this delicious and refreshing side dish with your meal!
