Seoulful Salmon and Tortellini Stir-Fry with Romaine Lettuce Kimchi Slaw
Indulge in the bold flavors of Korea with this innovative dish, featuring pan-seared salmon, cheesy tortellini, and a refreshing romaine lettuce kimchi slaw. The combination of crispy garlic, spicy gochujang, and savory soy sauce will leave you craving for more. This recipe is a perfect harmony of East meets West, with a Korean twist on traditional stir-fry.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Korean
- korean
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- salmon
- romaine lettuce
- tortellini
Ingredients
- 4filletssalmon fillets, skin removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1packagetortellini, cheese-filled, cooked according to package instructions
- 2headsromaine lettuce, chopped, separated into leaves
- 2tbspsgochujang, Korean chili paste
- 1tbspsoy sauce, low-sodium
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1inchginger, grated
- 1/4cupgreen onions, chopped
- 1tbspsesame oil, toasted
- 1tbsprice vinegar, seasoned
- 1/2cupkimchi, store-bought or homemade, chopped
- 1tbsptoasted sesame seeds, sprinkled on top
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
35g
70% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 5g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
2mmedium-high heat - 2
Add the salmon pieces to the skillet, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until cooked through and flaky. Remove the salmon from the skillet, and set aside on a plate.
6mmedium-high heat - 3
In the same skillet, add the cooked tortellini, and stir to combine with the remaining garlic and ginger. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the tortellini is lightly browned and crispy.
2mmedium heat - 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Pour the sauce over the tortellini, and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
2mmedium heat - 5
In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, kimchi, and green onions. Drizzle with a small amount of the gochujang sauce, and toss to combine.
2mroom temperature - 6
To assemble the dish, place a portion of the tortellini mixture on a plate, followed by a piece of the pan-seared salmon. Top with a spoonful of the romaine lettuce kimchi slaw, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
2mroom temperature - 7
Serve immediately, garnished with additional green onions and a drizzle of the gochujang sauce, if desired.
1mroom temperature - 8
Optional: For an added crunch, top the dish with toasted chopped nuts or crispy garlic, and serve with a side of steamed bok choy or pickled ginger.
1mroom temperature