Easy Japanese Onion Salad Recipe
Japanese Onion Salad Recipe & Video
- 1 pack enoki mushrooms (about 5 oz)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 green onion, chopped
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Trim enoki mushrooms and separate into smaller bundles.
- Mix soy sauce, gochugaru, sesame oil, garlic, sugar, and water in a bowl.
- Heat sauce in a pan and add enoki mushrooms. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until tender.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve warm or at room temperature.
If you’re looking for a light, refreshing side dish that’s packed with flavor, this onion salad is a game-changer! The key to making raw onions sweet and crispy is to soak them in ice water. Add a simple umami-packed dressing and top it off with katsuobushi (smoked bonito flakes), and you’ve got a delicious Japanese-inspired salad. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Onion Salad
Onion salad might sound basic, but trust me, it’s anything but! After soaking in ice water, the onions become so crisp and sweet that you’ll want to eat them with everything. Plus, the combination of soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice creates a perfectly balanced dressing, while katsuobushi adds a savory depth that’ll make this dish irresistible. It’s quick, easy, and so tasty!
1 onion, thinly sliced
1/2 lime or lemon, approximately 1 tbsp
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1 oz katsuobushi (smoked bonito flakes)
Place the thinly sliced onion in ice water and let it sit for about 10 minutes. This helps to reduce the strong raw onion taste and makes the onion extra crispy.
While the onion is soaking, mix together soy sauce, lime (or lemon) juice, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
Drain the onion and rinse it under cold running water to remove any sharpness. Pat dry with a paper towel or kitchen towel.
Place the onions on a serving plate and pour the dressing over the top. Finish with katsuobushi, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds for a beautiful garnish.
Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful onion salad as a side dish or even as a light snack!
Health Benefits of Raw Onion
Did you know that raw onions offer tons of health benefits?? They’re known to boost your immune system, support heart health, improve digestion, and even help balance blood sugar levels. Onions are full of antioxidants, making them a powerhouse addition to your diet.
My husband Jacob used to hate raw onions, but after I started soaking them in ice water, they became so sweet and crispy that now he loves them!?
This onion salad is super easy to make and is perfect for any meal. Give it a try, and I bet you’ll start seeing onions in a whole new light!
Description
This Simple Onion Salad is light, refreshing, and packed with umami thanks to the katsuobushi (smoked bonito flakes). It’s a quick and easy side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal!
1 onion, thinly sliced
1/2 lime or lemon, approximately 1 tbsp
