The Full Moon of July is approaching quickly, do you have any plans for the family meal on that holiday? If not, let’s join in the kitchen as TasteVN suggests you prepare a unique, light, and simple vegetarian salad – the vegetarian cabbage salad!
1. Vegetarian Cabbage and Carrot Salad
Preparation
25 minutes
Cooking
15 minutes
Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Cabbage and Carrot Salad Serves 4
Cabbage 300 gr Carrot 50 gr Bell Pepper 1 piece Lemongrass 3 stalks Lime 1 piece Onion 1 bulb Fried Tofu 100 gr (diced) Vietnamese Coriander 50 gr Peanuts 30 gr (crushed) Fried Shallots 20 gr Vegetarian Fish Sauce 1 tablespoon Vinegar 1/2 tablespoon Salt 2 teaspoons Sugar 4 teaspoons
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How to prepare Vegetarian Cabbage and Carrot Salad
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Prepare the cabbage
After buying 300g of cabbage, use a knife to cut it into small pieces.
Next, place the chopped cabbage into a bowl, and gradually add 1 tablespoon of salt and a little water to soak the cabbage, soaking for about 1 minute.
After soaking, remove the cabbage and rinse it with clean water. Finally, drain the cabbage in a colander and let it dry.
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Prepare the other ingredients
After purchasing, wash the carrots, bell peppers, lemongrass, lime, onions, and Vietnamese coriander thoroughly with water.
First, shred 1 carrot into thin strips. Next, cut 1 bell pepper into bite-sized strips.
Then, slice 3 stalks of lemongrass. Chop the onions and Vietnamese coriander finely.
Mixing salad
Put the mixture of cabbage and carrot into a bowl, then add the squeezed onion. Next, add the prepared chili and lemongrass.
Add 1 tablespoon of vegetarian fish sauce and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the salad bowl. Finally, add the finely chopped Vietnamese coriander. Mix all the ingredients well to absorb the flavors.
Final product
Serve the salad on a plate, sprinkle a little fried onion and crushed roasted peanuts on top, and you have completed the light and easy vegetarian cabbage and carrot salad for the full moon meal.
Crispy and tender cabbage and carrot absorb the flavors, the onion is not pungent, along with the creamy and nutty flavor of peanuts and tofu enhances the appeal of the salad, stimulating the taste buds.
You can enjoy this dish with shrimp crackers and dip it in sweet and sour fish sauce for added appeal.
2. Cabbage Carrot Vegan Ribs Salad
Preparation
30 minutes
Processing
10 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Cabbage Carrot Vegan Ribs Salad Serves 4 people
Cabbage 500 gr Carrot 100 gr Lemon 1 piece Garlic 3 cloves (minced) Peanuts 100 gr (roasted) Tofu 1 piece Vegan ribs 3 pieces Sugar 3 tablespoons Soy sauce 3 tablespoons Chili powder 1 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Cooking oil a little
Where to buy vegan ribs
- You can buy vegan ribs at supermarkets, large grocery stores, or reputable vegetarian food shops. Additionally, you should choose products from well-known brands that are trusted by many people.
- The price of vegan ribs ranges from 50,000 – 60,000 VND/150gr (price updated on 18/08/2021)
- When buying vegan ribs, you should choose packages that have complete information about the origin, expiration date, and nutritional ingredients on the product packaging.
- Do not buy packages of vegan ribs that have torn packaging, deflated bags, or show mold spots on the ribs.
How to prepare Cabbage and Carrot Salad with Vegetarian Ribs
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Prepare the ingredients
First, use a knife to cut a piece of fried tofu into bite-sized pieces. Next, shred 100g of carrot into thin strands. Then, cut the cabbage into thin and small slices.
The vegetarian ribs, after purchasing, should be soaked in warm water for about 1 hour and then squeezed out the water. Next, tear 3 pieces of vegetarian ribs into medium-sized strands.
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Fry the ribs
Place a pan on the stove and add a little cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, add the vegetarian ribs and fry over medium heat.
While frying, use chopsticks to turn the ribs evenly so they become golden on all sides. Once you see the vegetarian ribs are dark golden, remove them to a plate and turn off the stove.
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Prepare the salad dressing
Prepare a clean bowl, then add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and 3 tablespoons of soy sauce into the bowl.
Next, add 3 cloves of minced garlic. Finally, add 3 tablespoons of lemon juice into the bowl and mix the ingredients well.
You can adjust the seasoning to suit your and your family’s taste.
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Toss the salad
Add the cabbage to a large bowl, then gradually add the shredded carrots and chopped Vietnamese coriander.
Next, pour the salad dressing mixture over it. Mix the ingredients with the dressing to ensure the flavors are absorbed.
Finally, add the tofu and vegetarian ribs and mix well for about 5 minutes.
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Final Product
Serve the salad on a plate, and you have completed a refreshing, nutritious vegetarian salad for the whole family. The cabbage salad absorbs flavor, tofu and vegetarian ribs are soft and rich, with a sweet and sour taste that is addictive!
How to Choose Fresh, Crunchy Cabbage
- Good cabbage will be round and evenly shaped, with a slightly dark green color. It is advisable to choose cabbage of moderate size, not too small or too large.
- When holding the cabbage, choose those that feel heavy and firm.
- Avoid buying cabbage that is oval or flat, has bruised leaves, or is turning yellow or has a pale color as these are often spongy, hard, and not tasty when cooked.
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How to choose fresh and delicious carrots
- Fresh and delicious carrots are straight and elongated towards the tail, with a smooth skin, firm to the touch, and slightly hard.
- Choose carrots that are of moderate size, bright dark orange in color, with fresh green leaves tightly attached to the body of the carrot.
- Avoid choosing carrots with wilted or bruised tops, slimy stems, dark spots, or a soft feel when pressed.
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With simple recipes and easily found ingredients, you can easily make light and healthy vegetarian cabbage salad for your family meals, especially for the meal on the full moon day. Wishing you success in your cooking!
