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Oriental Shrimp Salad

September 11, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Buffet, Easy International Food Recipes, Easy Recipes, Lunch, New International Food Recipe, No Cook, Salad

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itnl Oriental Shrimp Salad -This well rounded, robust, International recipe for shrimp salad is truly magnificent. Overflowing with so many fresh, crisp veggies, and topped with a homemade shanghai dressing, recipe included, then topped with plump, delightful, chilled shrimp. So hearty this quick, easy Oriental salad recipe will even make a great lunch.

Prep Time: 15-20 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Servings: 4
Main Ingredient: Vegetables, Shrimp
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Oriental Shrimp Salad

2 cups bite-size pieces spinach
2 cups shredded Chinese (napa) cabbage
1 cup enoki mushrooms
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium green onions, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
1/2 pound frozen cooked peeled deveined medium shrimp, thawed
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar or white vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder

Directions to make Oriental Shrimp Salad

Step 1:Mix spinach, cabbage, mushrooms, bell pepper, onions, shrimp and almonds in large bowl.
Step 2:Shake remaining ingredients in tightly covered container. Pour over spinach mixture; toss. Serve immediately

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Oriental Tofu Salad

July 27, 2009 by Firehouse Chef  
Filed under Buffet, Easy International Food Recipes, Easy Recipes, New International Food Recipe, Salad, Snack, fried

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  Oriental Tofu Salad - If you like the unique, sweet and sassy flavor of oriental foods, then is absolutely the International food recipe for you! Fresh, sauteed spices, and an exceptional homemade salad dressing combine with the healthy, tofu for an explosion of Asian flavor, in this “quick fix” salad.

Prep Time: 15-20 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Main Ingredient: Tofu
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Oriental Tofu Salad

1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (sweetened rice wine)
2 teaspoons sesame oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions to make Oriental Tofu Salad

Step 1:Place tofu between two plates, and weigh down with a heavy book. Allow tofu to drain for 1 hour, pouring out the expelled liquid every 20 minutes.
Step 2:Whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Heat the oil in a small pan over medium heat, stir in the garlic and ginger, and gently cook until lightly golden; stir into the soy sauce mixture.
Step 3:Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces, and toss together with the tomato, onion, and cilantro. Pour in the dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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