Crispy Purslane Salad with Miso Dressing Recipe
Refreshing Purslane Salad with Savory Miso Dressing
Discover a delightful recipe for Purslane Salad with Miso Dressing, using fresh purslane that tastes like it’s straight from the garden. It’s a healthy and delicious side dish, perfect for when you have a lack of appetite, offering a different charm than the usual sweet and sour gochujang dip. Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious dish!
Main Ingredients- 2 handfuls Purslane (approx. 100g)
- 1/4 Onion (approx. 30g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Purslane, a spring delicacy to whet your appetite! Prepare about two generous handfuls of fresh purslane, perhaps homegrown. Purslane has a wonderfully crisp texture with a slightly bitter taste.
Step 2
Gently rinse the fresh purslane under running water, then soak it in cold water for about 5 minutes to thoroughly remove any dirt or impurities. Afterwards, drain it completely in a colander.
Step 3
Bring 1 liter of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a rolling boil in a pot. Once boiling, add the prepared purslane. As soon as it wilts slightly and turns a vibrant green color, immediately remove it. Be careful not to overcook, as it can become mushy!
Step 4
Quickly rinse the blanched purslane in cold water several times to cool it down. This helps maintain its crispiness. Squeeze out as much water as possible. Gently squeeze it with your hands.
Step 5
Slice the onion as thinly as possible so it blends well with the purslane. Finely mince the green onion to add a fragrant aroma. If you prefer less sharpness from the onion, you can soak the slices in cold water briefly before use.
Step 6
Now, let’s make the delicious dressing! In a bowl, combine 2 tsp minced garlic, 1/2 Tbsp miso paste, 1 Tbsp plum extract, 1 tsp cactus honey powder (you can substitute with sugar if you prefer more sweetness), 1/2 Tbsp fish sauce, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Mix everything thoroughly. Pre-mixing the dressing ensures the flavors are evenly distributed and prevents clumping, making it even more delicious.
Step 7
In a large bowl, place the squeezed purslane, thinly sliced onion, and minced green onion. Add the prepared miso dressing and gently mix everything together until well coated. Gently tossing by hand will help combine the ingredients better.
Step 8
Your savory and flavorful Purslane Miso Salad is ready! The miso paste provides a mild, umami-rich taste without being overpowering. If you like a little spice, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes. If it tastes a bit bland, a tiny pinch of salt can be added.
Step 9
While purslane is delicious dipped in sweet and sour gochujang, this miso salad is also an excellent accompaniment to a warm bowl of rice. Try this simple yet healthy purslane dish and explore various ways to enjoy it!
