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Cold Shredded Potato Salad

A refreshing dish featuring crisp, julienned potatoes tossed in a tangy garlic and chili dressing.

17 minEasyServes 4140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, julienned
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp chili oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 stalks scallions, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse 2 lbs julienned russet potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Blanch 2 lbs julienned russet potatoes in boiling water for 1 minute until crisp-tender, then drain and plunge into ice water.

  3. 3

    Whisk 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp salt, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chili oil, and 1 tsp sesame oil together in a bowl.

  4. 4

    Toss drained 2 lbs julienned russet potatoes with dressing and garnish with 2 stalks chopped scallions.

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Questions

Why blanch first in Cold Shredded Potato Salad?

Step 2 reads: "Blanch 2 lbs julienned russet potatoes in boiling water for 1 minute until crisp-tender, then drain and plunge into ice water." The quick boil in step 2 sets the color and takes off the raw edge. If the step follows it with cold water, that is to stop the cooking at once so the vegetables stay bright and crisp.

What can I use instead of rice vinegar in Cold Shredded Potato Salad?

The entry for Cold Shredded Potato Salad 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.

Is Cold Shredded Potato Salad low-carb?

A serving of Cold Shredded Potato Salad carries 20 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 100 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 20 percent.

Does Cold Shredded Potato Salad contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tsp sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is 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.

How long does Cold Shredded Potato Salad keep?

The base of Cold Shredded Potato Salad is potatoes, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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