Dandelion is often known by many people as a type of flower, a remedy for healing, and for enhancing health. However, few know that, with dandelion, we can also prepare very delicious mixed salads. Today, the special page Into the kitchen will guide you on 2 ways to make dandelion salad!
1. Dandelion Salad
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Dandelion Salad For 4 people
Dandelion greens 300 gr Cucumber 2 pieces Cherry tomatoes 200 gr Canned corn 1 can Salad dressing 16 gr (2 servings) Olive oil 8 tablespoons
How to choose fresh and delicious cucumbers
- Choose cucumbers that are bright green, fairly even in color, and have no dark spots or yellowing; these are signs that the cucumbers have been stored for too long and are starting to spoil.
- Cucumbers should be straight, with little to no bending. Cucumbers that are long and evenly sized are the type that has a crunchy texture, which tastes better than the short and round varieties.
- It is advisable to select heavier cucumbers that are firm, with smooth skin, and no blemishes; smaller cucumbers are usually sweeter than larger ones.
- Avoid purchasing cucumbers that are bulging, large in the middle, or have a big head and a small tail (or vice versa) as these are overripe cucumbers that have a lot of seeds, are tough, and not tasty.
Suggestions for where to buy salad dressing
- Salad dressing is a powdered seasoning that includes all the ingredients typically found in salad dressings such as lemon, onion, garlic, vinegar, etc., but it is dehydrated and conveniently packaged. When using, just mix it with a little water to make salad dressing.
- This packet of seasoning can be found in import shops or ordered from e-commerce websites.
- If you don’t have salad dressing, you can substitute it with some low-fat salad dressings like oil and vinegar dressing, orange dressing, etc., and remember to add some chopped cilantro!
How to make Dandelion Salad
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Prepare the ingredients
Pick the dandelion leaves, remove any wilted parts, wash them thoroughly, and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Wash the cucumber, cut it in half, and then slice it thinly.
Remove the stems from the cherry tomatoes, wash them, and cut them in half.
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Make the salad dressing
Mix 2 packets of salad dressing with 5 tablespoons of water and 8 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir the dressing mixture well and let it sit for about 8 minutes for the dressing to dissolve evenly.
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Mixing salad
Put dandelion greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and instant corn into a large bowl. Mix well so that the ingredients absorb the dressing evenly. After mixing, let it sit for about 8 – 10 minutes before you can eat it!
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Finished product
The dandelion salad has a very appealing flavor. The fragrant dandelion leaves combine with the sourness of tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet corn. All are evenly soaked in the rich, delicious dressing. This dish will surely not disappoint you.
2. Dandelion salad with beef
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Dandelion Salad with Beef Serves 4
Dandelion greens 300 gr Beef 200 gr Onion 1 bulb Garlic 2 cloves Shallots 2 bulbs Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Fish sauce 1 tablespoon Lemon juice 2 tablespoons Fried shallots 1 teaspoon Common seasoning a little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ seasoning powder/ ground pepper)
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Beef
- When buying, you should choose bright red meat, fat that is bright yellow, and tendons that are white and firm when pressed.
- In addition, you should choose small, tender cuts of beef that are not too smooth; avoid large and tough cuts.
- Moreover, for mixed salads, you should use fillet or tenderloin meat, as it will be tender and not chewy when stir-fried for the salad.
How to prepare Dandelion Salad with Beef
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Prepare the ingredients
Pick the young leaves of dandelion, discard the old and withered leaves, and cut them into long strands about 3 finger lengths. Then wash them clean with water, and use a knife to split the strands in half for easier eating.
Wash the beef, pat it dry, and then chop it into small pieces.
Peel the shallots and garlic, wash them clean, then crush and mince them. Peel the onion, wash it clean, slice it thinly, and soak it in cold water.
How to prepare beef without the smell:- Method 1: Roast 1 piece of ginger until cooked, scrape off the burnt skin, then pound the ginger and rub it on the beef, leave it for about 3 minutes, then wash it with clean water.
- Method 2: Alternatively, you can use vinegar or white wine to wash the beef briefly, which helps clean and eliminate the smell effectively.
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Marinating beef
Marinate the beef with 2/3 teaspoons of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/3 teaspoon of pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Then, mix well to ensure the beef absorbs the seasoning evenly, and marinate for 15 minutes.
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Making the dressing
Add to a bowl 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Then stir to ensure the sauce is well mixed and blended.
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Mixing salad
Add the dandelion greens and onions into a large bowl, then pour in the dressing and toss well to ensure the dressing is evenly coated on the greens. Next, transfer the salad onto a plate, place the stir-fried beef on top, sprinkle some fried onions, and decorate it nicely to complete the dish!
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Final product
When enjoying this dandelion beef salad, you’ll experience the fragrant aroma of dandelion and onion, along with the tender and flavorful beef, all blended together in a delicious sweet and sour dressing. This dish is great served with rice or wrapped in rice paper!
What is dandelion?
- Dandelion is also known by other names such as wild lettuce, wild chicory, goat’s beard, mouse ear, spear leaf, sky lettuce, and plow nose. It is an herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family.
- This vegetable is widely known as a medicinal plant with effects against osteoporosis, liver disorders, body weakness, and more.
How to choose fresh and delicious dandelion
- You should buy dandelion at reputable agricultural stores or at supermarkets and shopping centers to ensure the best quality for the product!
- Additionally, when buying, you should pay attention to choosing dandelion with the original root, fresh green leaves, and avoid plants with many wilted, bruised, or yellow leaves.
With 2 ways to prepare the dish dandelion salad and dandelion beef above, TasteVN hopes you will have a delicious meal. Wishing you success with the recipes that TasteVN has shared!
