Scallion Kimchi Salad (Jjokpa Kim Muchim)
A Delectable Side Dish: Scallion and Roasted Seaweed Salad
This flavorful side dish combines fresh scallions and crispy roasted seaweed with a savory and slightly sweet seasoning. It’s a perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Main Ingredients- 2/3 bunch scallions
- 3 sheets roasted seaweed (gim)
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (myeolchi aekjeot)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce (myeolchi aekjeot)
- 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide
- 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes (gochugaru)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, we’ll prepare the main ingredient, the scallions.
Step 2
Get about 2/3 of a bunch of fresh scallions ready.
Step 3
Trim off any yellow or wilted leaves. Clean the roots thoroughly and rinse them under running water multiple times to remove all dirt and impurities. Using clean vegetables is key to a delicious dish.
Step 4
Cut the trimmed scallions in half lengthwise, making them about 5-7 cm long. This size is easy to handle and eat.
Step 5
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add 1 Tbsp of salt. Blanch the scallion stems first for about 10 seconds, then add the leafy parts and blanch for another 5 seconds. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy. Immediately transfer them to ice-cold water to shock them and retain their crispiness.
Step 6
Gently squeeze out as much water as possible from the blanched scallions. Excess water can dilute the dressing, so thorough draining is important.
Step 7
Cut the drained scallions into bite-sized pieces, about 3-4 cm long.
Step 8
Place the prepared scallions into a large bowl. Now, let’s make the flavor-packed seasoning!
Step 9
In a separate small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 Tbsp anchovy sauce, 1 Tbsp oligosaccharide, 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. The anchovy sauce adds a wonderful depth of flavor.
Step 10
Using a spatula or spoon, mix all the seasoning ingredients well until they are fully incorporated and there are no lumps.
Step 11
And there you have it – a delicious seasoning mix! It looks so good, you might be tempted to eat it with just rice.
Step 12
Lightly toast the 3 sheets of roasted seaweed in a pan until they are fragrant and slightly crisp. Toasting enhances their nutty flavor. Once toasted, place them in a plastic bag and crumble them into small pieces. The seaweed will add another layer of deliciousness to the scallion salad.
Step 13
It’s time to bring everything together! Add the crumbled roasted seaweed to the bowl with the prepared scallions.
Step 14
Pour the prepared seasoning mixture over the scallions and seaweed.
Step 15
Now, gently toss and mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the seasoning coats the scallions and seaweed evenly. Be careful not to mash the scallions. The goal is to gently combine them until everything is well-coated.
Step 16
Voila! Your crisp, fragrant scallion and savory seaweed salad is ready. The combination of fresh scallions, crunchy seaweed, and the perfectly balanced spicy-sweet dressing is absolutely delightful! Serve it with a warm bowl of rice for a truly satisfying meal.
