Dongbei Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with bold flavors, Dongbei Salad is a popular Chinese cold dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring julienned cucumber, carrot, and napa cabbage tossed with silky mung bean vermicelli, this refreshing salad is elevated by a savory dressing made with soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, and aromatic sesame oil. Infused with the nutty aroma of garlic sizzling in hot oil, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of tangy, salty, and slightly spicy notes. Quick to prepare, this vibrant side dish is topped with toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and can be served immediately or chilled for an extra-refreshing experience. It’s a must-try recipe for fans of authentic Asian salads and light, healthy meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Carrot
• 200 grams Napa cabbage
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 50 grams Mung bean vermicelli (glass noodles)
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon Peanut or vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the mung bean vermicelli by soaking it in hot water for 5 minutes or until soft. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Cut the cucumber into thin matchstick-like strips. Peel and julienne the carrot into similar-sized strips. Thinly slice the Napa cabbage into shreds. Finely chop the green onions and mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing the soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, Napa cabbage, green onion, and softened mung bean vermicelli.

Step 5

Heat the peanut or vegetable oil until hot but not smoking, then pour it over the minced garlic in a heatproof bowl to release its aroma.

Step 6

Add the garlic-infused oil to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the top for garnish and serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes for a colder, more refreshing dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(845.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631.0

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3596.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 9.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316.7mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1483.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 51.1%