My Special Asian Salad Recipe

Name: My Special Asian Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional); 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted; 1 head lettuce, rinsed, dried and chopped; 1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles; 2 tablespoons margarine; ½ cup sliced almonds (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Prepare the dressing 30 minutes ahead of time by combining the brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, vegetable oil and rice vinegar in a salad dressing carafe and store it in the refrigerator.
2
To prepare the crunchy topping, melt butter in large skillet.
3
Crumble ramen noodles in original package bag (throw soup base package away).
4
Add crumbled ramen to skillet with almonds; cook, stirring constantly, until noodles are golden (watch while you are cooking, noodles burnt quickly).
5
Remove from pan;cool.
6
Combine iceberg lettuce, toasted sesame seeds, dressing and top salad with crunchy ramen topping.
7
Toss, and serve immediately.

445

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, My Special Asian Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Special Asian Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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