Nei Mongol Hot Lettuce Salad
Discover a bold and flavorful twist on greens with this Nei Mongol Hot Lettuce Salad, a unique warm salad that transforms crisp butterhead or romaine lettuce into a tender, savory delight. Infused with aromatic garlic, zesty ginger, and a beautifully balanced dressing of sesame oil, dark soy sauce, and rice vinegar, this quick stir-fry elevates humble lettuce to a whole new level. Garnished with vibrant green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and a pinch of optional chili flakes for extra heat, this 15-minute recipe is perfect as a side dish or light main course. Packed with umami and effortless to prepare, it’s the ultimate way to add a touch of Mongolian-inspired elegance to your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Butterhead lettuce (or romaine)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
- 2 stalks Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon Neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
Instructions
Wash and dry the lettuce thoroughly. Separate the leaves and tear them into large bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the neutral oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add the sesame oil, dark soy sauce, and rice vinegar to the skillet, stirring to combine. If you prefer some heat, add the chili flakes at this stage.
Increase the heat slightly and toss in the lettuce leaves. Stir quickly for 1–2 minutes, just until the lettuce begins to wilt but still retains some crunch.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the warm lettuce to a serving dish.
Sprinkle with green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 386 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
