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Shredded Carrot Salad

凉拌胡萝卜丝 · Liáng bàn hú luó bo sī

Lightly blanched carrot strips with vinegar and sesame oil. Keep the strips thin so they soften evenly.

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Prep12 min
Cook5 min
Serves2
DifficultyEasy
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Let’s get cooking

  1. 01

    Cut thinly

    Wash carrots and cut into 2 mm matchsticks using a knife or a grater with a hand guard.

  2. 02

    Blanch

    Boil carrot strips for 1–2 minutes until slightly softened but still holding their shape.

  3. 03

    Drain and cool

    Drain, spread in a clean shallow bowl and let steam escape briefly. Refrigerate if not serving promptly.

  4. 04

    Toss dressing

    Mix garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, salt and sugar. Toss with carrots and serve.

A little kitchen wisdom

A little blanching makes the salad easier to chew without turning carrots soft enough to mash.

Can’t find an ingredient?

Sesame oil: Use neutral oil for a version without toasted sesame aroma.

Cook safely

Serve freshly cooked; refrigerate perishable leftovers promptly. Check packaged ingredients for allergens.

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