Crispy and Spicy-Sweet Pickled Radish Salad
Make a Simple Side Dish: Easy Pickled Radish Salad
A refreshing and crunchy dish perfect for hot weather! This simple pickled radish salad recipe is quick and easy to prepare.
Main Ingredients
- Pickled radish 1 cup (using a paper cup as a measure)
- Scallion 1 stalk
Seasoning
- Minced garlic 1/4 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1/2 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 1 Tbsp
- Minced garlic 1/4 Tbsp
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) 1/2 Tbsp
- Sesame oil 1 Tbsp
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
If the saltiness of the pickled radish is a concern, you can soak it in water for about 10 minutes to reduce the saltiness. I used whole pickled radishes and soaked them for 5 to 10 minutes. This step is optional if you prefer the original saltiness.
Step 2
After soaking, gently pat the pickled radish dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture from the surface. Taste a piece; if it’s still too sour or too salty, soak it in water for a little longer.
Step 3
If you used whole pickled radishes, cut them into bite-sized pieces (about 1-2 cm). Cutting them thinly helps the seasoning penetrate better.
Step 4
Now, let’s season the pickled radish. Add 1/2 Tbsp of gochugaru, 1/4 Tbsp of minced garlic, and 1 Tbsp of sesame oil to the dried, cut radish. While minced garlic is optional, a small amount adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 5
Finally, finely chop the scallion for color and add it to the mix. If you don’t have scallions, the white part of a regular green onion, thinly sliced, can be a good substitute. Scallions are also optional but add a pleasant flavor and visual appeal. Gently toss everything together with your hands until well combined. Your delicious pickled radish salad is ready!
