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Iceberg Lettuce with Carrot Ginger Soy Dressing wit

Name: Iceberg Lettuce with Carrot Ginger Soy Dressing with Cilantro and Red Thai Chiles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, peeled, ends trimmed and sliced; 2 -inch piece ginger, peeled and roughly chopped; 2 shallots, peeled and sliced; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon superfine sugar; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 large head Iceberg lettuce, quartered and cored; Freshly chopped cilantro leaves, for garnish; 1 large red Thai chile, seeded, deveined and thinly sliced, for garnish

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This Iceberg Lettuce with Carrot Ginger Soy Dressing with Cilantro and Red Thai Chiles relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as shallots, peeled and sliced, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar and water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 183 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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