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Chuka Wakame

A savory Japanese seaweed salad tossed in a sesame, soy, and chili dressing. Served cold for a crisp and refreshing side dish.

15 minEasyServes 470 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 oz dried wakame seaweed
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rehydrate 1 oz dried wakame seaweed in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and squeeze dry.

  2. 2

    Whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Toss dried wakame seaweed with the dressing until thoroughly coated.

  4. 4

    Garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and chill before serving.

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Questions

What is Chuka Wakame?

A savory Japanese seaweed salad tossed in a sesame, soy, and chili dressing. Served cold for a crisp and refreshing side dish. This reference files it under Japanese salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 15 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for rice vinegar in Chuka Wakame?

The entry for Chuka Wakame calls for 2 tbsp rice vinegar. In its place: Apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar, softened with a pinch of sugar, is close. Avoid plain distilled vinegar at full strength, which is much sharper.

Can I make Chuka Wakame less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Chuka Wakame comes from 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the chili flakes; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Chuka Wakame low-carb?

A serving of Chuka Wakame carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

Does Chuka Wakame contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil and 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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