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Shredded Kelp Salad

A crisp and refreshing chilled salad made with tender kelp strips tossed in a garlicky, tangy black vinegar and chili dressing.

20 minEasyServes 485 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz shredded kelp, rehydrated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp black vinegar
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp chili oil
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch 8 oz rehydrated shredded kelp for 3 to 4 minutes until tender.

  2. 2

    Drain 8 oz rehydrated shredded kelp thoroughly and plunge into cold water, then drain completely and transfer to a bowl.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp black vinegar, 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, 2 tsp chili oil, and 1 tsp granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over 8 oz rehydrated shredded kelp, add 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and toss well to combine.

  5. 5

    Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.

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Questions

Why blanch first in Shredded Kelp Salad?

Step 1 reads: "Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch 8 oz rehydrated shredded kelp for 3 to 4 minutes until tender." The quick boil in step 1 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.

Can I make Shredded Kelp Salad gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Shredded Kelp Salad is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Shredded Kelp Salad keto-friendly?

A serving of Shredded Kelp Salad carries 7 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 35 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 7 percent.

Does Shredded Kelp Salad contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. 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.

How many calories are in Shredded Kelp Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 85 calories, with 2 g protein, 7 g carbohydrate and 6 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 540 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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