Chewy and Flavorful! Stir-Fried Balloon Flower Root with Salted Squid Recipe
Spicy and Sweet Stir-Fried Balloon Flower Root with Salted Squid
Experience a delightful side dish that whets your appetite by combining fragrant and chewy balloon flower root with savory salted squid. This recipe uses simple ingredients and is easy for anyone to follow. It’s a perfect side for rice!
Main Ingredients- 1 cup balloon flower root (prepared)
- 1 cup store-bought salted squid (ojingeojeotgal)
- 1 cup water
- 1 Tbsp sugar
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp fine gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (or fish sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (or ground sesame seeds)
- 1 Tbsp green onion (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp fine gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract (or fish sauce)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds (or ground sesame seeds)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the balloon flower root thoroughly under running water. Gently scrape off the skin with a knife. Cut the prepared balloon flower root into bite-sized pieces (about 3-4 cm long). Cutting them not too thinly will ensure a satisfying chew.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a sugar syrup. Add the sliced balloon flower root to the syrup and let it soak for about 10 minutes. This step helps reduce any bitterness and tenderizes the root.
Step 3
Drain the soaked balloon flower root and pat it dry thoroughly with paper towels. Leaving moisture can prevent the seasoning from adhering properly and make the dish watery. Finely chop the green onion after washing and trimming the root end.
Step 4
To the drained balloon flower root, add all the seasoning ingredients (1 Tbsp fine gochugaru, 1 Tbsp tuna extract, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds). Gently mix and toss with your hands until the balloon flower root is evenly coated with the seasoning. Be careful not to mash the root.
Step 5
Place the store-bought salted squid in a separate bowl and cut it into bite-sized pieces (about 1-2 cm long). Add the seasoned balloon flower root on top of the salted squid. Gently mix them together until the flavors meld. Avoid overmixing, which can break down the balloon flower root.
Step 6
Once all ingredients are well combined and seasoned, transfer the finished stir-fried balloon flower root with salted squid to a serving dish. It’s delicious served immediately, or you can chill it in the refrigerator for a refreshing side dish.
