Fresh Garlic Scape Seasoned Salad Recipe
Aromatic and Crisp Fresh Garlic Scapes Salad
Introducing a special seasoned fresh garlic scape recipe, made with tender garlic scapes that grew exceptionally well in the garden. You can only enjoy this unique dish during its season! The crisp texture and pungent garlic aroma will fill your mouth, making it a perfect side dish for rice.
Main Ingredients- 2 bunches fresh garlic scapes
- 5 sheets dried seaweed (gim)
- 1 red chili pepper
Seasoning for Garlic Scapes- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cooking wine (mirin, etc.)
- 1 tsp plum extract
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp oligosaccharide
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cooking wine (mirin, etc.)
- 1 tsp plum extract
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp oligosaccharide
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re going to make a delicious seasoned dish using seasonal fresh garlic scapes. It’s not difficult, so follow along step by step.
Step 2
First, please prepare the fresh garlic scapes and dried seaweed for today’s dish.
Step 3
Wash the fresh garlic scapes thoroughly under running water. Then, cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm long, separating the white stem part from the green leafy part.
Step 4
Fill a pot with plenty of water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the white stem part of the garlic scapes first. Blanch for about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Next, add the green leafy part of the garlic scapes and blanch for a total of 1 minute more. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy.
Step 6
Once blanched, immediately remove the garlic scapes and rinse them quickly under cold water to cool them down. This helps maintain their crisp texture.
Step 7
After rinsing in cold water, let the garlic scapes sit for a moment (about 1-2 minutes) to drain some of the water.
Step 8
Place the garlic scapes in a colander and drain as much water as possible.
Step 9
Squeeze the garlic scapes firmly with your hands to remove any remaining moisture. This is crucial to prevent the salad from becoming watery and bland. Make sure they are well-drained.
Step 10
Remove the seeds from the red chili pepper and finely chop it. This will add a nice color to the dish.
Step 11
Tear the dried seaweed into small pieces with your hands or cut it with scissors. For a better texture, avoid crumbling it too finely; slightly larger pieces are preferred.
Step 12
Now, combine all the seasoning ingredients: red pepper flakes, soy sauce, cooking wine, plum extract, sesame oil, oligosaccharide, and toasted sesame seeds.
Step 13
Add the well-drained garlic scapes, prepared seasoning mix, chopped red chili pepper, and crumbled seaweed to a bowl. Gently toss everything together with your hands until the seasoning is evenly distributed. Avoid over-mixing.
Step 14
And there you have it – a delicious seasoned fresh garlic scape salad! It looks appetizing with its glossy finish, doesn’t it?
Step 15
This seasoned dish, made with fresh garlic scapes that are in season right now, is incredibly tasty with its fragrant aroma and crispness. You should definitely try making it!
Step 16
The pungent garlic flavor combined with the savory seasoning creates a wonderful side dish. It’s also a delightful treat when served over a bowl of rice.
