Crispy Cabbage Salad with Whole Perilla Seeds
A Stomach-Friendly Cabbage Dish for Lovers of Spicy and Salty Foods: Ready in Just 7 Minutes!
For those who enjoy spicy and salty flavors, incorporating cabbage into your diet is crucial for stomach health! This Cabbage Salad with Whole Perilla Seeds is a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that you can enjoy frequently without feeling heavy. Experience the delightful crunch of fresh cabbage paired with the satisfying pop of whole perilla seeds, creating a delicious banchan that’s hard to resist. Whip up this fantastic side dish in a flash!
Ingredients- 300g Cabbage (about 1/4 of a medium head)
- 2 Tbsp Whole Perilla Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Perilla Oil (Deulgireum)
- 1/2 Tbsp Fish Sauce (or Soy Sauce/Anchovy Sauce)
- Pinch of Salt (to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing 300g of fresh cabbage. Using a knife, thinly shred the cabbage. Aim for a thickness of about 2-3mm; too thick and the texture might be less pleasant, too thin and it could become mushy. Once shredded, rinse the cabbage thoroughly under cold running water 2-3 times. This process helps remove any raw, ‘green’ flavor and enhances its crispness.
Step 2
Lightly drain the excess water from the rinsed cabbage and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, leaving it slightly ajar, and microwave for about 2-3 minutes. The key is to just soften the cabbage slightly, not to overcook it, as this will make it mushy. You want it to retain a pleasant tenderness while remaining moist.
Step 3
Once out of the microwave, let the cabbage cool slightly. While it’s still warm, add 2 tablespoons of whole perilla seeds, 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce (or a similar amount of soy sauce or anchovy sauce if you don’t have fish sauce), and 1 tablespoon of fragrant perilla oil. Gently mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed. Taste and add a tiny pinch of salt if needed to adjust the flavor. You’ve now created a delicious salad with the nutty crunch of perilla seeds and the refreshing crispness of cabbage!
