Salty-and-Sour Lettuce

• servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

4 tsp. soy sauce

2 tsp. fish sauce

2 tsp. sugar

1 large head of romaine lettuce, leaves separated

Kosher salt

Store-bought fried shallots and/or store-bought fried garlic and sesame seeds (for serving)

Directions

Whisk 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, 4 tsp. soy sauce, 2 tsp. fish sauce, and 2 tsp. sugar in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved, about 30 seconds. Set dressing aside.

Cook 1 large head of romaine lettuce, leaves separated, in a medium pot of boiling salted water until bright green, about 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer lettuce to paper towels and let drain well.

Arrange lettuce on a platter and drizzle reserved dressing over. Top with store-bought fried shallots and/or store-bought fried garlic and sesame seeds.