Spicy and Sweet Dried Radish Salad (Muchim) – The Ultimate Recipe
How to Make Delicious Dried Radish Salad (Muchim) with Fish Sauce
Here’s a simple and delicious golden recipe for dried radish salad (muchim). It’s packed with flavor and easy to make!
Ingredients- 150g dried radish (muchim용)
- 2 Tbsp fish sauce
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili powder, fine)
- Toasted sesame seeds (to taste)
- 2 Tbsp oligodang (corn syrup or rice syrup)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Dried radish salad (muchim) is a true rice thief! Even a simple preparation makes it incredibly appetizing. Let me share the secret to making it today.
Step 2
First, take your 150g of dried radish. Place it in warm water and let it soak for about 10 minutes. This will rehydrate the radish and also help to remove any bitterness or sharp flavors, making it much more pleasant to eat.
Step 3
After soaking, rinse the rehydrated radish thoroughly under running water. Then, squeeze out as much water as possible with your hands. It’s crucial to get it as dry as you can, otherwise, your seasoning might become diluted.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the delicious seasoning! In a bowl with the squeezed radish, add 2 Tbsp fish sauce, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp fine gochugaru, 2 Tbsp oligodang, and 1 tsp minced garlic. You can add toasted sesame seeds now or sprinkle them on top at the end. Gently mix everything together with your hands, ensuring the seasoning coats every strand of radish. “Jomul jomul” (a gentle massaging motion) is key to evenly distributing the flavors.
Step 5
Look at that beautiful color! Thanks to the fish sauce, this simple dried radish salad is packed with a deep, savory flavor (umami) that makes it incredibly addictive. It’s simple yet tastes wonderfully complex.
Step 6
This finished dried radish salad pairs wonderfully with rice, but it’s also a fantastic accompaniment to noodle dishes or as a topping for bibimbap. Enjoy this delightful side dish that the whole family will love!
