Spicy and Sweet Chewy Dried Radish Salad (Muchim)
Appetite-Stimulating Dried Radish Salad (Muchim)!
Let’s invigorate your appetite with this delightfully sweet and chewy dried radish salad (muchim)! Its satisfying texture and savory flavor are perfect for any meal.
Main Ingredients- 300g dried radish, sun-dried
- A small amount of dried chili leaves
Seasoning Ingredients- 1/2 cup anchovy sauce
- 1 cup anchovy broth
- 1 cup gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 5 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- A little toasted sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup anchovy sauce
- 1 cup anchovy broth
- 1 cup gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 5 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or corn syrup)
- A little toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the dried radish that has been thoroughly sun-dried. Soak it in lukewarm water for about 20-30 minutes until it becomes pliable. Be careful not to soak it for too long, as this can drain the natural sweetness from the radish, affecting the flavor.
Step 2
Similarly, soak the dried chili leaves in lukewarm water. This will soften them, making them easier to mix with the dried radish.
Step 3
While the radish and chili leaves are soaking, let’s make the delicious seasoning. In a large bowl, combine the gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), anchovy sauce, anchovy broth, and minced garlic.
Step 4
Mix these ingredients thoroughly until the seasoning is well combined. Adding anchovy broth will enhance the savory (umami) flavor, making it much tastier.
Step 5
Now, add the soaked and well-drained dried radish and dried chili leaves to the bowl with the seasoning. It’s crucial to remove as much water as possible to ensure the seasoning adheres properly and doesn’t become watery.
Step 6
Gently mix everything together with your hands, like gently kneading dough, to ensure the seasoning is evenly coated on the dried radish and chili leaves. Thorough coating is key to a delicious muchim.
Step 7
Finally, add the oligosaccharide for sweetness and the toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Mix once more gently. This will add a lovely sheen and appealing look to the dish.
Step 8
Voila! Your chewy and delicious dried radish salad (muchim) is ready!
Step 9
With its perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors, dried radish salad (muchim) is a beloved side dish that appeals to everyone.
Step 10
On days when your appetite is low, placing a spoonful of this dried radish salad on a bowl of warm rice will make it an irresistible ‘rice thief’! It’s a dish that can revive even a dull appetite.
Step 11
How about trying this dried radish salad (muchim), whose satisfying crunchy texture and deliciousness are sure to tantalize your taste buds? It’s not difficult to make, so give it a try!
