Chewy and Refreshing Acorn Jelly Salad (Dotori Muk Muchim)
Delicious Acorn Jelly Salad Recipe with Soy Sauce Dressing – Simple and Healthy
Acorn jelly (Dotori Muk) is high in moisture, filling, and low in calories, making it a fantastic diet food! Let’s make a refreshing acorn jelly salad that’s perfect for a light meal. This recipe features chewy acorn jelly mixed with crisp vegetables, all brought together by a simple yet flavorful soy sauce-based dressing. Get ready to enjoy a healthy and delicious dish!
Main Ingredients- Acorn Jelly (Dotori Muk) 420g
- Carrot 1/5
- Cucumber 1/5
- Lettuce 5 leaves
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables. Thinly julienne the carrot. Slice the cucumber into thin half-moon shapes. Wash the lettuce leaves thoroughly under running water, pat them dry, and tear them into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Cut the 420g block of acorn jelly into pieces about 2cm thick. Avoid cutting them too thinly, as this can affect the chewy texture.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the delicious dressing. In a wide bowl, add 2 tablespoons of fragrant sesame oil.
Step 4
Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce for a savory depth of flavor. Note that the saltiness can vary between soy sauce brands, so feel free to adjust the amount to your preference.
Step 5
Add 1 tablespoon of allulose for a touch of sweetness. If you don’t have allulose, you can substitute it with sugar. Adjust the sweetness level according to your taste.
Step 6
Finally, sprinkle in a generous pinch of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Whisk all the dressing ingredients together until well combined. Your flavorful dressing is ready!
Step 7
To enhance the chewy texture and taste of the acorn jelly, blanch it in boiling water for about 3 minutes. This step helps to remove any slight astringency and improves its texture.
Step 8
Immediately after blanching, rinse the acorn jelly under cold running water to cool it down. This cooling process makes the jelly firmer and delightfully chewy.
Step 9
Combine the prepared vegetables and the chilled, chewy acorn jelly in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over them and gently toss to coat everything evenly. Alternatively, you can arrange the ingredients beautifully on a plate and drizzle the dressing over the top. Garnish as desired. Your healthy and delicious acorn jelly salad is now complete!
