This fresh salad features hearty soybean sprouts tossed in a savory dressing. Unlike delicate mung bean sprouts, soybean sprouts hold up beautifully to a long simmer, resulting in a tender yet satisfying texture. A simple blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and roasted sesame oil creates a bright and earthy flavor profile. Fresh coriander, minced scallions, and a touch of red cayenne chile add a crisp, spicy finish. Serve this refreshing dish warm or at room temperature as a light side for your next dinner.
Cook
1 hr 0 min
Course
Salad
Ingredients
1 pound soybean sprouts (see Note )
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon finely chopped seeded red cayenne chile
2 tablespoons minced scallions (white and tender green parts)
¼ cup coriander leaves
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon roasted sesame oil
Instructions
1Rinse and drain the soybean sprouts. Bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan, then stir in the sprouts and soy sauce. Let the liquid return to a boil.
2Lower the heat to maintain a steady simmer. Cook the sprouts uncovered for 1 hour until they become tender.
3Pour the sprouts into a colander to drain the liquid. Transfer the drained sprouts to a shallow serving bowl or a large plate.
4Whisk the vegetable oil, rice vinegar, salt, and roasted sesame oil together in a small cup until well combined. Pour this dressing over the warm sprouts and toss them gently to coat.
5Scatter the chopped red chile, minced scallions, and coriander leaves over the salad. Give everything one final gentle toss to distribute the fresh herbs.
6Serve the finished salad warm or let it cool to room temperature.