Vibrant Vegan Fiddlehead Fern Salad

#This vibrant vegan fiddlehead fern salad, also known as "Chakawk siam dan," is a Mizo-inspired dish that serves as a delightful side or appetizer. It features an array of fresh, crunchy, and flavorful ingredients that come together to create a refreshing and healthful dish. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a unique plant-based meal, this salad is both nutritious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

🌿 220g fresh fiddlehead fern tender leaves only
🌿 1.5 red radishes diced
🍅 10 cherry tomatoes yellow & red, quartered
🧅 1/2 medium onion thinly sliced
🧄 2 large garlic cloves chopped
🌶️ 2 fresh red chilies chopped
🥜 1.5 tbsp roasted peanuts coarsely ground
🥥 1.5 tbsp shredded coconut
🍶 1.5 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
🧂 1/2 tsp Himalayan black salt
🍋 1/2 lime juice only
🫒 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Fiddlehead Fern:

• Begin by plucking and discarding any tough parts of the fiddlehead fern, keeping only the tender leaves.

2- Blanch the Fern:

• Heat a pot of water to a rolling boil.
• Add the cleaned fiddlehead fern and blanch for 2-3 minutes.

3- Shock in Cold Water:

• Quickly transfer the blanched ferns using a spider strainer into a bowl filled with cold water to stop the cooking and retain their vibrant green color.

4- Drain Excess Water:

• Use a colander to drain the ferns thoroughly.

5- Prepare the Vegetables and Aromatics:

• Dice the red radishes into small cubes.
• Quarter the cherry tomatoes.
• Thinly slice the onion.
• Chop the garlic and red chilies.
• Halve the lime for juicing.

6- Mix the Ingredients:

• In a large glass bowl, combine the blanched fiddlehead fern with the prepared vegetables and aromatics.

7- Add Dry Ingredients:

• Incorporate the coarsely ground roasted peanuts, shredded coconut, and roasted sesame seeds.

8- Season and Dress the Salad:

• Add the Himalayan black salt.
• Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and lime juice.

9- Combine Thoroughly:

• Use two large spoons to mix the salad ingredients well, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.

10- Serve:

• Arrange the salad on a dark-gray serving plate and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 2-3 minutes
Total Time: 18-23 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment:

• Wooden cutting board
• Stainless steel pot for blanching
• Metal spider strainer
• Stainless steel colander
• Glass mixing bowl
• Large chef’s knife
• Manual lime juicer
• Large serving spoons

Cooking Tips

• Ensure only the tender parts of the fiddlehead fern are used for optimal texture and taste.
• Blanching and shocking the ferns is key to maintaining their crispness and color.
• Coarsely ground peanuts should retain some larger pieces for added crunch.

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Vegan Fiddlehead Fern Salad

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