Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsUchiko HoustonWakame Salad Recipe

Wakame Salad Recipe

Inspired by Uchiko Houston
Time20m
Serves4

seaweed, sesame, chili

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Soak the Wakame

    Place the dried wakame seaweed in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for about 10 minutes until it expands and softens. Drain and chop into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    In a separate bowl, combine thinly sliced cucumber and julienned carrot.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and chili flakes until well combined.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the soaked wakame, cucumber, and carrot to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top before serving.

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