Shabu Shabu Salad

Shabu Shabu Salad is a refreshing low-carb dish that combines the delicate flavors of thinly sliced beef and vibrant vegetables, perfect for a midnight snack. This unique salad is served with a light sesame dressing, offering a satisfying crunch and a burst of umami in every bite.

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin, thinly sliced - 200 grams
• Napa cabbage, shredded - 100 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms, sliced - 50 grams
• Radishes, thinly sliced - 50 grams
• Cucumber, julienned - 50 grams
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Prepare the vegetables by shredding the napa cabbage, slicing the shiitake mushrooms, radishes, and julienning the cucumber.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and quickly blanch the thinly sliced beef for about 30 seconds until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
4. In a large bowl, combine the shredded napa cabbage, sliced shiitake mushrooms, radishes, and cucumber.
5. Add the blanched beef to the bowl of vegetables.
6. Drizzle the sesame dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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