Spicy and Delicious Stir-Fried Peppers Recipe
Quick and Flavorful Pepper Salad: A Perfect Side Dish!
For all you spicy food lovers out there, this one’s for you! Introducing a fantastic pepper salad recipe using fresh peppers, perfect for making you devour an extra bowl of rice. Even though this year’s pepper harvest was a bit scarce, we’re transforming these precious peppers into a refreshing and delightful side dish. Did you know peppers are packed with Vitamin C, three times more than apples? Let’s boost our vitamin intake with this flavorful dish! The savory blend of soybean paste and chili paste, the subtle sweetness of plum extract, and the nutty aroma of sesame oil and seeds create a truly irresistible taste that will awaken your appetite. This recipe is designed to be easy for even beginner cooks, so let’s get started!
Key Ingredients- 10 fresh Cheongyang peppers
- 1 Tbsp savory Doenjang (soybean paste)
- 1 Tbsp spicy Gochujang (red chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp sweet and sour Maesilcheong (plum extract)
- 1 tsp Cheongyang chili powder (adjust for spice level)
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar for sweetness
- 1 tsp minced garlic for aroma
- 1 tsp sesame oil for nuttiness
- 1/2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the fresh Cheongyang peppers thoroughly under running water. Trim off the stems neatly. Then, slice them into 4-5 pieces each, suitable for eating. Slicing them too small can make them mushy, so it’s important to cut them to a moderate size to maintain their crisp texture.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp Doenjang, 1 Tbsp Gochujang, 1 Tbsp Maesilcheong, 1 tsp Cheongyang chili powder, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, and 1 tsp minced garlic. Mix these seasoning ingredients thoroughly to create a delicious sauce that will perfectly complement the spiciness of the peppers. You can adjust the amount of sugar according to your preference.
Step 3
Pour the prepared sauce over the sliced peppers. It’s crucial to ensure that the sauce coats the peppers evenly.
Step 4
Now, gently toss the peppers using your hands or a spoon, being careful not to mash them. Mix softly so the seasoning is well distributed. Finally, add 1 tsp of sesame oil and 1/2 Tbsp of toasted sesame seeds for extra nutty flavor, and toss lightly one more time. Your delicious pepper salad is ready!
