Crispy & Refreshing Autumn Radish Salad (Musaengchae)
Easy and Delicious Korean Radish Salad Recipe, Perfect for Autumn Side Dish
Autumn is the season for radishes, packed with nutrients! Known as a natural digestive aid, consuming plenty of autumn radish is said to prevent stomach ailments. This refreshing, sweet-and-sour radish salad made with autumn radish is a versatile side dish that pairs wonderfully with any meal. Embrace the saying ‘eating plenty of radish prevents stomach problems’ and enjoy this healthy and delicious dish!
Main Ingredients- 320g fresh autumn radish
- 20g fresh green onions (scallions)
Flavoring Ingredients (Seasoning)- 2.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for color and mild heat
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract for savory depth
- 1/2 Tbsp anchovy sauce for umami
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic for aroma
- 1.5 Tbsp sugar for sweetness (adjust to taste)
- 1.5 Tbsp vinegar for tanginess
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds for nutty flavor
- 2.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for color and mild heat
- 1 Tbsp tuna extract for savory depth
- 1/2 Tbsp anchovy sauce for umami
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic for aroma
- 1.5 Tbsp sugar for sweetness (adjust to taste)
- 1.5 Tbsp vinegar for tanginess
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds for nutty flavor
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the fresh autumn radish. Peel the radish and then julienne it into thin, matchstick-sized pieces, about 5cm long and 0.3cm thick. Cutting the radish uniformly ensures even seasoning and a better taste.
Step 2
Wash the green onions thoroughly and pat them dry. Finely chop them into small pieces, about 0.5cm in size. The fresh aroma of green onions will enhance the overall flavor of the radish salad.
Step 3
Place the julienned radish in a large mixing bowl. Add all the prepared seasoning ingredients (gochugaru, tuna extract, anchovy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, vinegar, and toasted sesame seeds). Gently mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the radish. Mix with a light hand to avoid releasing too much moisture from the radish. This will result in a wonderfully crispy, sweet, and sour radish salad, a perfect autumn side dish!
Step 4
Transfer the finished radish salad to a serving dish. It’s now ready to be enjoyed as a refreshing and appetite-stimulating side dish. It’s also delicious mixed into a bowl of warm rice!
