Crispy Sea Purslane Salad with Miso Dressing
Super Simple Side Dish: Healthy Sea Purslane Miso Salad
Perfect for when you have a lack of appetite! Introducing our incredibly simple Sea Purslane Miso Salad, featuring the delightful crispness of fresh sea purslane combined with the savory richness of miso paste. This healthy side dish can be prepared in under 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy individuals.
Main Ingredients- Sea Purslane 200g (washed thoroughly)
Seasoning Ingredients- Homemade Miso Paste (Doenjang) 1 Tbsp (adds a savory depth)
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1/3 Tbsp (adds a hint of spicy sweetness)
- Salt 1 pinch (adjust to your taste)
- Sesame Seeds 1/3 Tbsp (for nutty aroma)
- Sesame Oil 1 tsp (for gloss and flavor)
- Homemade Miso Paste (Doenjang) 1 Tbsp (adds a savory depth)
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste) 1/3 Tbsp (adds a hint of spicy sweetness)
- Salt 1 pinch (adjust to your taste)
- Sesame Seeds 1/3 Tbsp (for nutty aroma)
- Sesame Oil 1 tsp (for gloss and flavor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, trim the sea purslane and wash it thoroughly. Bring a pot of water to a boil with a pinch of coarse salt. Quickly blanch the sea purslane by dipping it in and immediately removing it – think of it as just passing through the boiling water. Blanching for about 10 seconds maximum will help preserve its crisp texture.
Step 2
Immediately rinse the blanched sea purslane under cold running water to cool it down rapidly. Gently rinse it a couple of times, then lightly press it with your hands to remove excess water. Cut it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 3
Place the prepared sea purslane in a mixing bowl. Add all the seasoning ingredients: 1 Tbsp homemade miso paste, 1/3 Tbsp gochujang, 1 pinch of salt, 1/3 Tbsp sesame seeds, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
Step 4
If you enjoy minced garlic, you can add a little at this stage according to your preference. For those who like it spicier, adding finely chopped chili peppers would also complement the dish well.
Step 5
Gently mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the dressing coats the sea purslane evenly. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can make the sea purslane mushy. Your delicious and healthy Sea Purslane Miso Salad is now complete!
