Shrimp and Daikon Salad with Ume-Shiso Dressing
Shrimp and Daikon Salad with Ume-Shiso Dressing is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Using slicer, cut daikon lengthwise into very thin slices (see cooks' note, below).
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionUsing slicer, cut daikon lengthwise into very thin slices (see cooks' note, below).
Soak in a bowl of lightly salted cold water, chilled, 30 minutes.
While daikon soaks, toss shrimp with oil and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
Heat grill pan over medium-high heat until hot, then cook shrimp, turning once, until just cooked through, 2 to 4 minutes total.
Transfer to a plate.
Whisk together mirin, vinegars, plum paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a medium bowl.
Add oil in a slow stream, whisking.
Stir in shiso leaves.
Stir shrimp into dressing.
Drain daikon well.
Rinse and pat dry, then divide among 6 plates.
Using a slotted spoon, top with shrimp.
Serve drizzled with some of remaining dressing.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.