Soba Salad with Crispy Salmon Skin

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Do You Like Salmon in Your Salad?

Salmon is a popular and versatile fish known for its rich flavor and numerous health benefits. It is often enjoyed in various forms, from grilled fillets to sushi rolls. However, have you ever considered incorporating crispy salmon skin into your salad? If not, prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure! I will explore the unique appeal of salmon skin in Japanese cuisine and introduce a delightful recipe for a soba salad that will surely tantalize your taste buds.

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RECIPE

Servings: 2-3

Time: 20 min

Ingredients:

• 2 pcs salmon fillet (about 4oz each)

• 2 servings soba noodles

• 1 pc cucumber

• 1/2 pc carrot

• 1/8 pc medium size daikon

• scallions

• sesame seeds

  [Sauce]

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1/2 tbsp grated ginger

Instructions:

1. Start by carefully removing the skin from the salmon. Cut the skin into thin strips, as these will be baked separately to achieve the desired crispiness.

2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the salmon skin strips on it. Foil the salmon fillets separately to ensure even cooking. Bake the salmon and the skin at 400ºF for approximately 20 minutes, or until the skin turns crispy and golden brown.

3. While the salmon is baking, prepare the vegetables. Slice the cucumber, carrot, and daikon radish into thin strips. Rub a pinch of salt onto the vegetables to enhance their flavors and texture.

4. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated ginger to create a flavorful sauce.

5. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse the noodles with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.

6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles, vegetables, chopped scallions, and flaked salmon. Drizzle the sauce over the mixture and toss gently to ensure that all the ingredients are well-coated.

7. Finally, add the crispy salmon skin strips on top of the salad. Sprinkle sesame seeds.

Crispy Salmon Skin : I had my first encounter with crispy salmon skin during my young age in Japan. To my delight, I discovered that it was incredibly crispy and addictive, providing a delightful contrast to the tender flesh of the fish. In Japanese cuisine, salmon skin is sometimes prepared separately by baking it to perfection, resulting in a mouthwatering delicacy that adds a delicious crunch to various dishes.

What is Soba noodles? : It is a type of traditional Japanese noodles made from buckwheat flour. Buckwheat is a grain-like seed that is ground into a flour to create the base of soba noodles. Authentic soba noodles have a distinct nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture, making them a popular choice in Japanese cuisine.

They are often enjoyed cold with dipping sauces, or served hot in soups. Soba noodles are not only delicious but also provide several nutritional benefits. They are a good source of fiber, protein, and minerals like manganese, thiamine, and magnesium.

To prepare soba noodles, they are typically boiled in water until they reach the desired level of doneness. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the noodles, so it's essential to follow the instructions on the packaging. After cooking, the noodles are rinsed with cold water to remove excess starch and to cool them down in the case of cold soba preparations.