Tender and Chewy Cockle Salad (Ggomak Muchim) – Perfect Side Dish Recipe
Irresistibly Juicy and Chewy Cockle Salad
This cockle salad, known as Ggomak Muchim, offers a delightful chewy texture and a savory, slightly spicy flavor that makes it a perfect addition to any Korean meal. It’s a simple yet impressive side dish that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Main Ingredients- 1 bowl of pre-cooked cockles (approx. 200g)
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp chopped green onions
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or Korean soup soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (or anchovy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onions
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce (or Korean soup soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp fish sauce (or anchovy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Start by preparing the cockle meat. Using pre-cooked cockles (found in many Asian supermarkets) makes this recipe incredibly easy. Carefully remove the cockle meat from its shell and set aside. (For detailed instructions on how to purge and cook fresh cockles, please refer to other resources.)
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the prepared cockle meat with all the seasoning ingredients. Add the chopped green onions and minced garlic for freshness, soy sauce and fish sauce for umami, red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, and sesame oil for a nutty aroma. You can adjust the amount of soy sauce and fish sauce to your preference – add a little more if you like it saltier, or less for a milder taste.
Step 3
Gently toss the ingredients together until the cockles are evenly coated with the seasoning. Be careful not to mash the cockles; a gentle mixing motion is key to maintaining their delightful texture. Mix for about 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined.
Step 4
Transfer the beautifully seasoned cockle salad to a serving dish. It’s delicious served over a bowl of freshly steamed rice for a quick meal or as a flavorful side dish. For an extra touch, sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
