Description
Looking for a refreshing side dish for your meal? Try this refreshing and vibrant lotus root and shrimp salad, Visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. You get a savory, sweet, crunchy, spicy, and tangy flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 16 oz lotus root in brine
- 1 lb prawn/shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Handful Vietnamese coriander/mint
- 1/4 cup toasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup fried shallots
- Shrimp chips (bánh phồng tôm)
Fish Sauce Dressing
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 3 small garlic cloves (minced)
- Red Thai chili peppers (optional, minced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lotus Roots and Red Onion: Slice the lotus roots in half lengthwise. Further slice into quarters, if needed. Thinly slice the red onion. Transfer lotus roots and red onions to a mixing bowl.
- Cook the Shrimp: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add shrimp until they turn just turn pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from pot and slice them in half lengthwise.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together fish sauce, sugar, lemon or lime juice, garlic, and finely chopped chili (if using) in a bowl. Adjust to taste if needed. It should be a harmonious blend of sour, sweet, salty, and spicy.
- Make the Shrimp Chip (optional): I only use half of the package. Add 2 inches of vegetable oil to a large skillet and heat to 350°F. Add 3 or 4 chips at a time. Don’t overcrowd the skillet. Fry until it fully expands out flat (about 10 seconds). Flip chips for even cooking. Transfer to a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Combine: In a large mixing bowl, combine lotus roots, red onions, shrimp, and Vietnamese coriander. Toss with the dressing until everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with toasted peanuts and fried shallots for an added crunch and extra flavor. Serve with shrimp chips on the side and enjoy this refreshing salad on its own or as a side to other Vietnamese dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: salad, appetizer
- Cuisine: asian, vietnamese