Refreshing Salted Seaweed Salad
Create a Delicious Seaweed Salad (Muchim) Using Salted Mixed Seaweed
Salted seaweed is a convenient ingredient that can be stored for a long time and is ready to eat. Today, we’ve made a seaweed salad, or muchim, using this salted mixed seaweed. It’s a light and refreshing dish that’s perfect for a simple meal.
Main Ingredients
- 100g Salted Mixed Seaweed
- 1/5 Carrot
- 1/3 Cucumber
Refreshing Dressing
- 2/3 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1/3 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 2/3 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1/3 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
To remove the saltiness from the salted seaweed, soak it in lukewarm water for about 10 minutes. If you prefer to use cold water, soak it for about 30 minutes to ensure the salt is adequately removed.
Step 2
Wash the 1/5 carrot thoroughly. Julienne it into thin strips. This will add a nice crunch and vibrant color to your salad.
Step 3
Wash the 1/3 cucumber well. Trim off the ends and julienne it into thin strips, similar to the carrot. The cucumber’s fresh taste will complement the seaweed beautifully.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the delightful dressing. In a bowl, combine 2/3 Tbsp of sugar, 2 tsp of soy sauce, 1 Tbsp of vinegar, and 1 Tbsp of sesame oil. Whisk everything together until well combined and the sugar has dissolved.
Step 5
Rinse the seaweed, which has been soaking in lukewarm water, once more under running water. Gently squeeze out any excess water from the seaweed. Properly draining the seaweed is key to preventing a watery salad and ensuring the dressing adheres well.
Step 6
Add the drained seaweed, along with the julienned carrot and cucumber, to a large mixing bowl. Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients. Gently toss everything together to ensure the seaweed and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing, being careful not to mash the ingredients.
Step 7
For the final touch, sprinkle about 1/3 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds over the salad. You can lightly crush them between your fingers before sprinkling to enhance their aroma and add a lovely texture.
Step 8
And there you have it! A simple yet incredibly delicious salted mixed seaweed salad (muchim) is ready to enjoy. It’s a wonderful dish to whet your appetite.
