Crispy & Savory 5-Minute Quick Seasoned Korean Green Peppers (Ggwari Gochu Muchim)
Easy Recipe for Seasoned Korean Green Peppers (Ggwari Gochu Muchim)
Perfect for when you have a lack of appetite! This is a 5-minute, super simple recipe for seasoned Korean green peppers (Ggwari Gochu Muchim) with a satisfying crispiness and a savory, flavor-packed sauce that will make you crave rice. It’s so easy to make, anyone can follow along.
Main Ingredients
- 150g Korean green peppers (Ggwari Gochu)
- 2 Tbsp potato starch or all-purpose flour
Seasoning Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil Cheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (Maesil Cheong)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the Korean green peppers thoroughly under running water and remove all the stems. (Optional: Pricking the peppers with a fork allows the seasoning to penetrate better and makes them even tastier, but it’s okay to skip this step if you’re in a hurry!)
Step 2
Next, we’ll coat the peppers with starch. The easiest method is to put 2 tablespoons of potato starch (or flour) into a ziplock bag or plastic bag, and then add the green peppers.
Step 3
Hold the bag securely and shake it well to evenly coat the peppers with the starch. Prepare the peppers coated with starch.
Step 4
Your Korean green peppers, now coated with starch, are ready! It’s time to cook them.
Step 5
Sprinkle 3-4 tablespoons of water over the starch-coated peppers, then microwave them for about 2-3 minutes. (Tip: The water helps the starch adhere better to the peppers, creating a crispier texture like a light batter. If you cool them immediately after microwaving, they might become mushy or change color. So, spread them out on a plate or colander to cool slightly. It’s best to let them cool a bit before mixing with the sauce, as applying sauce while the peppers are still hot might cause the sauce to slide off.)
Step 6
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of plum extract, 0.5 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to make the seasoning. Add the slightly cooled peppers and mix gently until well combined. You’ve now created a delicious seasoned Korean green pepper dish! (Tip: Taste the seasoning and adjust it to your preference. Add a little more soy sauce if it’s not salty enough, or more sugar or plum extract if you prefer it sweeter.)
Step 7
Transfer the finished seasoned peppers to a serving dish. Finish by sprinkling some toasted sesame seeds on top for added nuttiness. Your Korean green pepper dish is complete and makes a fantastic side for rice!
