Wakame Seaweed and Okra Sunomono
Delight your taste buds with Wakame Seaweed and Okra Sunomono, a refreshing Japanese side dish that's light, flavorful, and packed with umami goodness. This easy-to-make recipe features tender rehydrated wakame seaweed and crisp, blanched okra, brought together with a tangy dressing made from rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a hint of sugar. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this chilled salad is the perfect combination of texture and flavor. Quick to prepare and naturally low in calories, it's an excellent appetizer or side dish for sushi, grilled proteins, or a light summer meal. Add a touch of authentic Japanese cuisine to your table with this vibrant, nutrient-rich sunomono!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 grams Dried wakame seaweed
- 150 grams Fresh okra
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 250 milliliters Cold water
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Place the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl and cover with cold water. Let it soak for 8-10 minutes until it rehydrates and becomes tender. Drain, rinse under cold water, and squeeze out any excess water. Set aside.
Wash the okra thoroughly under running water. Trim off the tops of the okra while taking care not to cut into the pods.
Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the salt and the okra to the boiling water. Blanch the okra for 2-3 minutes, or until just tender but still crisp.
Prepare a bowl of ice water. Immediately transfer the blanched okra to the ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve its bright green color. Let it cool for 2 minutes, then drain and pat the okra dry with a paper towel.
Slice the cooled okra into thin rounds and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Combine the wakame seaweed and sliced okra in a mixing bowl. Pour the prepared dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Transfer the mixture to a serving plate or individual bowls. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top as a garnish.
Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing wakame seaweed and okra sunomono dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3090 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.7 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 610 mg | 13% | |
*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.
