Crispy Salad with Charred Romaine Lettuce
In this recipe, romaine lettuce, which has been charred to enhance its aroma, is combined with the sweetness of carrots, and the savory crunch of fried wontons, accented with thick, KEWPIE Deep-Roasted Sesame Dressing. The vegetables alone are enough to make this a satisfying salad.
Product used in this recipe
Ingredients (2 servings)
| Romaine lettuce | 1head | 350g | |
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| Carrots (multicolored, if available) | 1/2 stick | 100g | |
| Wonton skin | 6 pieces | ||
| Olive oil | To taste | ||
| KEWPIE Deep-Roasted Sesame Dressing | 5–6 tablespoons |
Cooking Time
15 minutes
Directions
1Heat sufficient amount of oil in a small saucepan (not included in ingredients) to fry wonton skins until crispy.
2Peel carrot, shred using the largest eye of a cheese grater (carrots can also be shredded).
3Rinse romaine lettuce quickly with water, cut in half lengthwise.
4Heat a cast iron frying pan to a high heat, add olive oil and place one side of the romaine lettuce sections in the pan (a sizzling sound will be heard). Fry over high-medium heat until charred.
5Place the romaine lettuce sections, carrots, and fried wontons on a serving dish, drizzle with dressing.