Ingredients
- 3 tbsp tamari (or all-purpose soy sauce)
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp chilli oil crisp (optional, plus extra to serve)
- 1 spring onion, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander
- 2–3 tbsp water
- 2 cups (about 150 g) shredded wombok cabbage (or green cabbage)
- 1 Lebanese cucumber, sliced
- 2 spring onions, finely sliced
- 1⁄2 red onion, finely sliced
- 24 vegetable dumplings (or any dumplings of your choice except pork)
- 1⁄2 cup (about 7 g) coriander leaves
- 1⁄4 cup (about 40 g) finely chopped roasted peanuts
Instructions
- Make the dressing – In a bowl, combine tamari, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, sesame seeds, chilli crisp (if using), spring onion and chopped coriander. Add the water gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
- Prepare the salad – Add the shredded cabbage, cucumber slices, spring onions and red onion to a large bowl.
- Cook the dumplings – Heat 1–2 tbsp of oil in a non-stick pan over high heat. Add the dumplings and cook for 1–2 minutes until the bottoms are golden. Add 1⁄2 cup (125 ml) water, reduce heat to low, cover and steam for about 4 minutes or until cooked through.
- Assemble – Place the cooked dumplings on top of the vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss gently. Top with coriander leaves and chopped peanuts. Add extra chilli crisp for more heat if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
- Store dressing and vegetables separately if preparing ahead.
- Dumplings can be steamed or air-fried for a lighter option.
- Add extra vegetables like carrots, red cabbage, or snow peas for variation.
- Salad is best enjoyed fresh; refrigeration may soften the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
