From the vibrant streets of Bangkok to the bustling markets of Ho Chi Minh City, Southeast Asia is a culinary paradise that boasts a harmonious symphony of flavors. One dish that truly embodies this culinary tapestry is the Asian herb salad, a refreshing and aromatic ensemble of fresh herbs, vegetables, and zesty dressings. Bursting with a myriad of textures and flavors, this versatile salad is a staple in many Southeast Asian cuisines and has gained immense popularity worldwide for its health benefits and tantalizing taste.
This article presents a delightful collection of Asian herb salad recipes, each offering a unique take on this beloved dish. From the classic Vietnamese Goi Cuon, featuring translucent rice paper rolls encasing a symphony of herbs, shrimp, and pork, to the refreshing Thai Larb Salad, a piquant combination of minced meat, herbs, and roasted rice, these recipes capture the vibrant essence of Southeast Asian cuisine.
Whether you prefer the bold flavors of the Indonesian Gado-Gado, with its rich peanut sauce and medley of vegetables, or the simplicity of the Laotian Tam Mak Hoong, showcasing the natural sweetness of raw papaya, this article has something for every palate.
As you embark on this culinary journey, you'll discover the secrets to crafting the perfect Asian herb salad, from selecting the freshest herbs and vegetables to creating a well-balanced dressing. These recipes are not only a testament to the culinary heritage of Southeast Asia but also an invitation to explore the diverse and captivating world of Asian flavors. So, let's dive in and savor the delightful symphony of an Asian herb salad.
ASIAN SLAW - CRUNCHY ORIENTAL CABBAGE SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING
Recipe video above. A light, healthy, CRUNCHY Asian salad that is a great side for all types of Asian foods. Dressing is a great salty / sour / spicy lime dressing reminiscent of Thai and Vietnamese food. Add CHICKEN if making this as a meal. Serves 8 - 10 as a side, 4 as a meal with chicken.
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a jar and shake well.
- Combine the salad ingredients, except the Asian Fried Shallots.
- Pour over dressing and toss to combine.
- Garnish with Asian Fried Shallots. Serve!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 415 g, Calories 313 kcal, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Protein 29.4 g, Fat 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 1045 mg, Fiber 3.6 g, Sugar 9.3 g
ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 28m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1/2 cup chow mein noodles, for garnish
- For the salad: Using a vegetable peeler, shave the carrot and add to a large salad bowl. Stir in the cabbage, lettuce, pepper, Thai basil, chicken, almonds, and sesame seeds.
- For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, if using.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well. Garnish with the chow mein noodles and serve.
ASIAN SALAD
This salad is appreciated by everyone because of its unique blend of flavors.
Provided by Juanita Peek
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium skillet over low heat brown ramen noodles, almonds, and sesame seeds with melted butter or margarine. Once browned, take off heat and cool.
- In a small saucepan bring vegetable oil, sugar, and vinegar to boil for 1 minute. Cool. Add soy sauce.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded napa cabbage and chopped green onions. Add the noodle and soy sauce mixture. Toss to coat. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 24.4 mg, Fat 32.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 320.6 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
HERB SALAD
Steps:
- Separate 1 large head Bibb lettuce. Combine in a large bowl with 2 tablespoons each of torn basil, dill, parsley and mint. Toss with the juice of 1/2 lemon and 2 tablespoons olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
ASIAN SALAD RECIPE
This super easy to make Asian salad recipe is packed full of healthy veggies and tossed in a tasty sesame ginger salad dressing. It's fresh and crunchy and a crazy delicious side dish
Provided by Kristen Stevens
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine all the sesame dressing ingredients in a small jar and shake it well.
- Add the Asian salad ingredients to a medium-sized bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the top and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe, Calories 132 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 207 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g
SOFT HERB SALAD
In addition to how nice it looks, the beauty of this herb salad is that it can be as sweet or as pungent as you like, served in a big heap as a fresh first course, or a small pile as a refreshing side dish, or as a palate cleanser with a cheese course. It is especially energizing when served alongside heavy winter feasts:The leaf-green herbs, pink peppercorns and buttery golden almonds perk up the browns of roasts and braises. Picking the herbs and cleaning them is a finicky task, but can be done a day or two before.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings (can be doubled)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Up to a day before serving, wash the herbs and greens: Fill a large bowl or clean sink with plenty of cold water. Immerse the leaves, swish around to loosen any dirt, then gently lift out. Dry in a salad spinner or by spreading them on clean kitchen towels. (If working ahead, refrigerate the dry leaves in sealed plastic bags or containers. Add a paper towel to each bag to absorb excess water.)
- Melt butter in a frying pan until it sizzles. Add almonds. Sauté over low heat, until the almonds are golden and the butter is browned. Lift out almonds and drain on paper towels, reserving butter. (Butter can be kept for 1 day. Melt and cool again before assembling salad.)
- When ready to serve, place greens in a large bowl. Add salt, pepper, chile flakes, almonds, cooking butter, lemon juice and olive oil. Toss gently and season to taste, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 157 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
ASIAN SHORT RIBS WITH HERB SALAD
A Thai-style beef recipe that's made in a pressure cooker - the meat becomes melt-in-the-mouth in its rich sauce.
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Main course
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a mini chopper, make a paste with the ginger, coriander stalks, onion and garlic, then set aside. Heat the oil in the pressure cooker pan and brown the meat well on all sides, then remove. Fry the paste for 2-3 mins with 1 tsp golden caster sugar. Return the ribs to the pan and add the soy sauce, star anise, oyster sauce and enough chicken stock to just cover the ribs.
- Bring to a simmer, cover and bring up to high pressure. Cook for 45 mins, then release the pressure slowly. Take off the lid, add a splash of vinegar and remove the ribs from the pan. Simmer the sauce down until reduced and intensely flavoured. While the sauce is simmering, mix the salad ingredients together. Serve each rib in a puddle of sauce, topped with a pile of salad and rice on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 2.9 milligram of sodium
ASIAN HERB SALAD
Wildly refreshing! Using delicate herbs and a wonderful sweet and sour vinaigrette! Adapted from Good Cooking Cookbook by Jill Dupleix
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Greens
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix the shallots, rice vinegar, and sugar together in a small bowl and set aside.
- Trim excess stems from the arugula(or spinach), and pick the leaves from the stems of the herbs. Rinse and dry the arugula and herbs. Cut the bamboo shoots into matchsticks.
- To make the dressing, whisk the olive oil, sesame oil, mirin, salt and pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in the shallot mixture, taste and adjust flavors to taste.
- Very lightly toss arugula, bamboo shoots, and herbs in the dressing.
- Serve with chopsticks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 55.3, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.8
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs are essential for getting the best flavor out of this salad. If you can, try to use herbs that are just picked from your garden or a local farmers market.
- Chop the herbs finely. Finely chopped herbs will distribute their flavor more evenly throughout the salad.
- Use a variety of herbs. The more variety of herbs you use, the more complex and flavorful your salad will be. Some good options include cilantro, basil, mint, and Thai basil.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make this salad. Feel free to experiment with different herbs, vegetables, and dressings until you find a combination that you love.
Conclusion:
This Asian herb salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up fresh herbs from your garden. With its bright flavors and crunchy texture, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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