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Recipe
Refreshing Jellyfish Salad
Ocean Delight: A Vibrant Jellyfish Salad
4.7 out of 5
This recipe brings the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine to life with a refreshing and vibrant jellyfish salad. Bursting with fresh ingredients and a harmonious blend of flavors, this dish is a true delight for the senses.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
N/A
Total time
20 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Pescatarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low calorie, Low fat
Allergens
Fish
Not suitable for
Vegan, Vegetarian, Paleo, Keto, Nut-free
Ingredients
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200g (7 oz) jellyfish, thinly sliced 200g (7 oz) jellyfish, thinly sliced
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1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
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1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
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1 cup fresh mint leaves 1 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce
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1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 3g, 0.5g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 18g, 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.In a bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to dissolve the sugar.
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2.Add the sliced jellyfish to the dressing and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
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3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, mint leaves, and cilantro leaves.
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4.Drain the marinated jellyfish and add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
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5.Toss everything together until well combined.
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6.Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
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7.Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional mint and cilantro leaves.
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8.Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of this jellyfish salad.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Jellyfish — Ensure that the jellyfish is properly cleaned and soaked in water before slicing. Follow the instructions on the packaging if using pre-packaged jellyfish.
Tips & Tricks
- For an extra kick of heat, add some sliced Thai chili peppers to the salad.
- If jellyfish is not available, you can substitute it with cooked shrimp or squid.
- To make the salad more substantial, add some vermicelli noodles or sliced grilled chicken.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice and fish sauce according to your taste preferences.
- Make sure to slice the vegetables thinly for a better texture and presentation.
Serving advice
Serve the jellyfish salad as an appetizer or as a light main course. It pairs well with steamed rice or as a refreshing side dish for grilled seafood.
Presentation advice
Arrange the salad on a large platter, garnish with additional herbs, and serve it with a wedge of lime on the side. The vibrant colors of the vegetables and the translucent jellyfish will make the dish visually appealing.
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