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Seaweed Salad
Seaweed salad, made with Korean dried seaweed, is an easy-to-make, light, and flavorful side dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. With its fresh taste and unique umami punch, this Korean favorite pairs perfectly with any meal, adding a nutritious twist to your table.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 5 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 oz (30g) dried seaweed (miyeok)
- 1 small Korean cucumber (thinly sliced )
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced )
- 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- salt (to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a pot of water and bring it to a boil. Boil the dried seaweed for about 3 minutes, or until it becomes soft. Drain the water and squeeze out any excess moisture from the seaweed. Set aside and let it cool.
- 2
Cut the seaweed into bite-size pieces.
- 3
Combine all the seasonings and ingredients with the seaweed and toss well. Chill in the fridge and serve cold.