Crispy and Sweet Kohlrabi Salad Recipe
Make a Delicious and Healthy Kohlrabi Salad!
Try this refreshing Kohlrabi salad, seasoned like traditional radish salad (Mu Saengchae), which is also great for dieting. Kohlrabi has a unique sweetness and a satisfying crunch distinct from radish, making it a delightful side dish. Enjoy this simple yet flavorful addition to your meals!
Main Ingredients- Kohlrabi (about a handful)
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tsp Sugar (adjust to taste)
- A pinch of Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tsp Sugar (adjust to taste)
- A pinch of Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s begin making a delicious Kohlrabi salad! Start by preparing your fresh Kohlrabi.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to peel the Kohlrabi. The skin can be quite thick, so it’s best to peel it generously. After peeling, cut the Kohlrabi in half. This will make it much easier and more stable to julienne finely.
Step 3
Julienne the Kohlrabi into thin strips, similar to how you would prepare radish for Mu Saengchae. Once julienned, add 1 teaspoon of salt and mix gently. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the Kohlrabi to salt-cure, which will enhance its crispiness.
Step 4
After 10 minutes, gently squeeze out the excess water from the salted Kohlrabi. Be careful not to squeeze too hard, as we want to retain some crispness. If you prefer, you can simply drain the released water instead of squeezing. If you feel it’s too salty, you can rinse it briefly under cold water, drain thoroughly, and then proceed with seasoning.
Step 5
Now, let’s add the flavorful seasonings to the cured Kohlrabi. Add 1 tablespoon of gochugaru, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar based on the natural sweetness of the kohlrabi and your personal preference for sweetness.
Step 6
Gently toss everything together with your hands until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the Kohlrabi. Once well-mixed, your delicious Kohlrabi salad will be ready!
Step 7
This finished Kohlrabi salad offers a firm, refreshing crunch that’s quite different from radish salad, providing a satisfying texture. While we know Kohlrabi is healthy, it can sometimes be plain to eat on its own. However, preparing it as a simple salad makes it an easy and tasty side dish! It’s wonderful as a meal accompaniment or even as a light salad.
