
Japanese Lamb Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Japanese lamb salad is one of my go to dishes when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending all evening in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes, and honestly, most of that is just letting the lamb cook while you prep the vegetables. What I love most is that lamb is packed with iron and B vitamins, making this meal as nourishing as it is delicious. The crisp daikon and lettuce provide a wonderful contrast to the tender meat, while the toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar dressing ties everything together beautifully. It's simple, quick, and genuinely tastes like something special.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 glamb
- 1 glettuce
- 200 gdaikon
- 150 gcarrots
- 2 piecesgreen onions
- 20 gsesame seeds
- 40 mlsoy sauce
- 20 mlrice vinegar
- 10 gsugar
- 10 mltoasted sesame oil
- 200 gtofu
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Grate the daikon and carrots using a box grater or food processor.
Tip: Use a food processor to save time.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until dissolved.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the toasted sesame oil over medium-high heat.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches 180°C.
- 4
Add the lamb to the skillet and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
- 5
While the lamb is cooking, combine the grated daikon, carrots, and green onions in a bowl.
Tip: Add the sesame seeds and tofu to the bowl before serving.
- 6
Once the lamb is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
Tip: Slice the lamb against the grain for tender bites.
- 7
Add the cooked lamb to the bowl with the daikon mixture.
Tip: Toss everything together gently to combine.
- 8
Pour the soy sauce dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.
- 9
Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Tip: Use a mandoline to slice the green onions thinly.
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