Crisp and Fresh Korean Lettuce Salad (Eolgalgi Geotjeori)
5-Minute Easy Eolgalgi Geotjeori with Delicious Seasoning
You can easily make fresh and crisp Eolgalgi Geotjeori in just 5 minutes by preparing a quick seasoning. All you need to do is buy fresh Eolgalgi and wash it thoroughly. It’s a perfect side dish to brighten up any meal!
Eolgalgi Kimchi Ingredients- 500g Eolgalgi lettuce (about 1 bundle)
- 3 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Apple (to be blended)
- 3 Tbsp Fish Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Fermented Shrimp (minced)
- 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Plum Extract (Maesilcheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar or Honey
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice or Vinegar
- A pinch of Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the apple, which is the key ingredient for the seasoning. Wash half an apple, remove the core, and blend it until smooth in a blender. Strain the blended apple through a fine-mesh sieve to get clear apple juice, which will result in a cleaner seasoning.
Step 2
In the strained apple juice, add all the seasoning ingredients for the Geotjeori and mix well. Combine 3 Tbsp of Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), 3 Tbsp of fish sauce for umami, 1 Tbsp of minced fermented shrimp for depth of flavor, 2 Tbsp of minced garlic for a pungent kick, 1 Tbsp of plum extract for sweetness and tang, 1/2 Tbsp of sugar or honey to adjust sweetness, and 1 Tbsp of lemon juice or vinegar for a refreshing zest. Stir until the seasoning is well combined and delicious.
Step 3
Now it’s time to prepare the Eolgalgi. Take 500g of fresh Eolgalgi, trim off the roots, and remove any wilted or dirty leaves. Chop each leaf into 2-3 bite-sized pieces. Rinse the Eolgalgi thoroughly under cold water several times and then drain it well in a colander. Make sure to remove excess water, as too much moisture can dilute the seasoning and make the Geotjeori watery.
Step 4
Add all the delicious Geotjeori seasoning you prepared earlier to the drained Eolgalgi. Be generous with the seasoning to ensure it coats the Eolgalgi evenly.
Step 5
Gently toss the Eolgalgi with the seasoning. Avoid squeezing or massaging too hard, as this can bruise the leaves and affect the crispness. Mix gently with your hands to ensure the seasoning adheres well to each leaf while preserving its fresh, crunchy texture.
Step 6
Transfer the well-seasoned Eolgalgi Geotjeori to a storage container. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and visual appeal. Your fresh and flavorful Eolgalgi Geotjeori is now ready! It’s delicious to eat right away, or you can chill it in the refrigerator for a while to enjoy it even more refreshingly.
